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Kay vs. Lynch: AL Central Showdown Begins
23 Sep
Summary
- White Sox visit Kansas City for a three-game series opener.
- Pitchers Anthony Kay and Daniel Lynch are set to start.
- Betting odds favor the White Sox with a -120 moneyline.
The Chicago White Sox and Kansas City Royals are set to begin a three-game series at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday at 7:40 p.m. ET. The White Sox, currently second in the AL Central with an 80-76 record, will have Anthony Kay (9-9, 4.47 ERA) as their starting pitcher.
The Kansas City Royals, fifth in the AL Central with a 67-89 record, are expected to start Daniel Lynch (6-5, 3.29 ERA) for the series opener. Betting markets favor the White Sox, with their moneyline set at -120, and the total run line is established at 8.
Both teams are dealing with a significant number of injuries. The White Sox have several players on the 10-day and 60-day Injured List, including Joey Bart (hand) and multiple pitchers with elbow issues. The Royals also have a lengthy injury report, with key players like Tony Gonsolin (elbow) and Carlos Estévez (foot) on the 15-day or 60-day IL.
Notable offensive statistics include Miguel Vargas of the White Sox, who is slashing .251/.362/.482 with 33 home runs and 88 RBIs. For the Royals, Bobby Witt Jr. is batting .279 with 18 home runs and 54 RBIs, alongside 43 stolen bases.
