Two weeks ago the White Sox came to Kansas City and I wrote it was “must-win time.” The Royals swept the White Sox, kicking off a very successful 8-2 homestand that saw the team climb the standings. But they are still on the outside looking in at a Wild Card spot, and will need every win they can get. A road series win in Chicago is essential at this point in the season with the Royals needing an extended hot streak to get into a post-season spot.

Kansas City Royals (67-64) vs. Chicago White Sox (47-83) at Rate Field, Chicago, IL

Royals: 3.86 runs scored/game (28th in MLB), 3.89 runs allowed/game (4th)

White Sox: 3.94 runs scored/game (26th), 4.49 runs allowed/game (20th)

After leaving Kansas City, the White Sox scored 45 runs over their next six games.

Kyle Teel has been on a tear, h

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