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Royals Face Tigers in Crucial AL Central Clash
9 May
Summary
- Kansas City Royals host Detroit Tigers for three-game series.
- Kris Bubic starts for Royals; Keider Montero for Tigers.
- Tigers hold a slight edge in the AL Central standings.
The Kansas City Royals are hosting the Detroit Tigers for the start of a three-game series at Kauffman Stadium. The opening game is set for 7:40 p.m. ET. The Royals will send Kris Bubic to the mound, who has a 3-1 record and a 3.32 earned run average this season. The Royals' overall season record is 17 wins and 21 losses, placing them fourth in the American League Central division.
On the opposing side, the Detroit Tigers are expected to start Keider Montero. Montero’s record stands at 2-2 with a 3.48 ERA. The Tigers have a slightly better season record of 18 wins and 20 losses, positioning them second in the AL Central standings. This series begins a critical stretch for both teams within their division.
