- Analysis
- Kansas City Royals.
No Limit.
Game 916.
4:40 PM PST/7:40 PM EST.
I think we can all agree Kansas City is not a top medium market. If it was, then the Royals would be getting a heck of a lot more ink than they are currently receiving. Very quietly, this team is playing some of the best baseball out there right now. They have won two in a row, and six of their last 10, tallying an overall record of 19-13. They sit just 1.5 GB behind the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Central. Oh, by the way, they're also the best home team in the American League, going 12-5 at Kauffman Stadium this season. I understand that if you look at recent matchups, Texas has dominated in this rivalry. And they do come in here winning three of their last four. But, both at the plate and on the mound, Kansas City boasts significantly stronger numbers. Particularly on the mound, where they own a Team ERA of 3.14, which ranks them fifth in baseball. Speaking of pitching, today we see Brady Singer taking he mound at home, while Michael Lorenzen gets the nod on the road. Both have put up good numbers this season. However, Singer has looked more consistent. Past performances against today's lineups, to be quite honest, the Rangers right-hander has better numbers. But the Royals right-hander has looked sharper, and boasts a 2.59 ERA with a record of 2-1 at home this season. Let's face it, their bullpen is much stronger. Take Kansas City. Thank you.
