Chicago White Sox vs Kansas City Royals Prediction & Picks - MLB
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by Matt Lowrimore | in MLB Picks
Every team will be in action on Wednesday in what will be a 15-game MLB slate. One of these games will feature an AL Central matchup between the Kansas City Royals and the Chicago White Sox. Let’s take a look at the match statistics and predictions for this game between the Kansas City Royals and the White Sox.
The Royals jumped out to an early lead in Game 1, but were still unable to hold on as they lost by a score of 6-5. Kansas City is now 19-23 on the season, falling further behind in the AL Central. Looking to bounce back in Game 2, the Royals are set to start Seth Lugo. He is 1-2 on the season, but has a solid ERA of 3.21. The good news is that Lugo has been much better on the road, where this game will be played.
As for Chicago, the win in Game 1 was their third in a row, and they are now 20-21 and in second place in the AL Central. Looking to extend their win streak, the White Sox are scheduled to start Noah Schultz, who has a record of 2-2 and an ERA of 4.68. Regardless of where Schultz has pitched this season, he has struggled, making it more likely that the Royals could win this game.
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Chicago White Sox - Kansas City Royals Key Points
- Seth Lugo has an ERA of 3.21 this season
- Seth Lugo has an ERA of 1.42 on the road this season
- Noah Schultz has an ERA of 4.68 this season
- Noah Schultz has an ERA of 4.35 at home this season
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Our Chicago White Sox vs Kansas City Royals Prediction
Kansas City is the small favorite in this game, but still looks to be the best betting option. The Royals’ starter, Lugo, has made three away starts this season, having allowed three earned runs over 19.0 innings. As for Schultz, he has made just two home starts, but has allowed six runs (five earned) over 10.1 innings.
The Royals may have the slightly worse offense compared to the White Sox, and may have lost two games in a row; however, with the clear discrepancy in starting pitching, our Chicago White Sox vs Kansas City Royals prediction is: Kansas City Royals ML.All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
