Royals vs White Sox, game thread 44

Q: What are the current standings of the Royals and White Sox in the AL Central?

The Royals are 19-24 and tied for third place, while the White Sox are 21-21 and in second place in the AL Central.

Q: How did the Royals perform against the White Sox last season?

Last season, the Royals dominated the White Sox, winning the season series 10-3 and outscoring them 61-37.

Q: Who are the starting pitchers for the Royals vs White Sox game tonight?

Kris Bubic is starting for the Royals, while Anthony Kay is on the mound for the White Sox.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 13: Carter Jensen #22 of the Kansas City Royals safely slides into second base in front of Colson Montgomery #12 of the Chicago White Sox during the ninth inning at Rate Field on May 13, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jayden Mack/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Royals are back at it tonight on the South Side of Chicago versus the White Sox. Entering tonight’s contest, the Royals are 19-24 and tied for third in the American League Central. The Pale Hose, meanwhile, are 21-21 and in second place in the AL Central, just a game-and-a-half behind the inevitable Guardians. Chicago’s won both games of this current series, taking the opener Tuesday night 6-5 before winning last night’s game, also 6-5. What are the odds of another 6-5 Chicago victory tonight? I don’t know the answer, that’s why I’m asking. Last season, the Royals smoked the White Sox in their season series, going 10-3 while outscoring Chicago 61-37. This season, that has not happened. Instead, through six games, the White Sox have the upper hand, going 4-2, including a four-game split at Kauffman in April, while outscoring the Royals by a single run, 20-19. It sure would be nice for the Royals to win this evening. 20-24 isn’t great but it’s a lot easier on the eyes than 19-25. And, yes, it’s somewhat personal: I have yet to write a winning recap for the Royals as they’ve lost every Thursday on which they’ve played in 2026. They are 0-5 on Thursdays. Was it something I said? Let’s take a look at the lineups. First, the Royals, who take on lefty : Ah, yes, with the lefty on the mound, must sit Carter Jensen and while starting (and again batting third!) . Let’s check on Thomas’ 2026 splits. As we all know, he was signed to face lefthanders, so by Gawd, he’s going to face lefthanders. How’s he batting against them? .235/.409/.353 with a double, a homer, 10 walks, and seven strikeouts. Those are not the numbers of a) someone signed to hit lefthanders nor b) someone who should be batting third. Lane Thomas, please make me regret those comments. I’d love to eat my words. Now, the White Sox, who face fellow southpaw : Hey, gets the start! Thought about him the other day. When he started for the , it looked like he and fellow young outfielder Stphen Piscotty would be stars for for years to come. Unfortunately, as happens more often than not in baseball, that didn’t come to fruition for either player. The White Sox are Grichuk’s seventh team since leaving the Cardinals, which includes, of course, a spell with the Royals last year. He has collected over 200 career home runs and more than 1,000 hits in his 13-year career. Overall, a solid career, despite not reaching stardom. See you after the ballgame.