On May 8, 2025, the Chicago White Sox (10-26) will face the Kansas City Royals (21-16) at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. The Royals enter the matchup on a four-game winning streak, while the White Sox are looking to snap a nine-game losing streak against Kansas City.
Team Overview
| Team | Record | Runs Scored | Runs Allowed | Last 5 Games |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago White Sox | 10-26 | 127 | 253 | L-L-L-L-L |
| Kansas City Royals | 21-16 | 180 | 165 | W-W-W-W-L |
Kansas City has been one of the most consistent teams in MLB, ranking fourth in team ERA (3.04). Meanwhile, the White Sox have struggled offensively, ranking 28th in batting average (.217) and 27th in total hits (253).
Starting Pitchers
- Kansas City Royals:Kris Bubic (3-2, 1.98 ERA, 40 K)
- Bubic has been dominant this season, holding opponents to a .214 batting average.
- He has four quality starts and has pitched at least five innings in every outing.
- Chicago White Sox: Davis Martin (1-3, 3.52 ERA)
- Martin has logged a 3.94 ERA in road starts this season.
- He will need to contain Kansas City’s efficient offense, which ranks 11th in OPS (.739).
Key Players to Watch
- Kansas City Royals
- Bobby Witt Jr. – Hit a two-run homer in Game 3 of the series, extending his home run streak.
- Salvador Perez – A veteran leader, providing consistent offensive production.
- Maikel Garcia – A key contributor in Kansas City’s top-tier pitching and defense.
- Chicago White Sox
- Luis Robert Jr. – Drove in a run in the ninth inning of Game 3, but the White Sox fell short.
- Miguel Vargas – A bright spot in Chicago’s struggling lineup.
- Josh Rojas – Looking to provide a spark after returning from injury.
Tactical Breakdown
- Kansas City’s Approach: The Royals will look to capitalize on their pitching dominance, using their low opponent batting average (.214) to control the game.
- Chicago’s Strategy: The White Sox will need strong pitching to contain Kansas City’s lineup while hoping for Robert Jr. and Vargas to ignite their offense.
Game Details
- Date: May 8, 2025
- Location: Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO
- First Pitch: 2:10 PM EST
- Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports Kansas City, NBC Sports Chicago
Game Odds
Chicago White Sox 8.5
Kansas City Royals – 250
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 7, 2025
