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Rain-Postponed Game Leads to Straight Doubleheader Between Royals and White Sox; Singer and Fedde Set to Pitch in Second Match

Due to rain, Tuesday's game between the Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox was postponed, leading to a straight doubleheader on Wednesday. The first game will start at 2pmET. The pitching matchup in the second game will feature Brady Singer (2-0, 0.98) for the Royals against Erick Fedde (0-0, 4.30) for the White Sox. Kansas City is the betting favorite with a -192 opening line that has not moved.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Royals -192 | White Sox +164
• Spread: Royals -1.5 (-120) | White Sox +1.5 (+100)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas City will win straight-up is 66%.

Kansas City vs Chicago Stats

Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals had a successful start to their series against the White Sox, with pitcher Seth Lugo leading them to a 2-0 win in the opener. Vinnie Pasquantino's performance also contributed to the victory. Brady Singer will take the mound for the Royals in game two, looking to capitalize on his strong start to the season after struggling last year. Key players like Salvador Perez are dealing with injuries, but the team has shown strength in both offense and defense so far this season. With a power ranking of 2, the Royals are ranked 12 in offense and 1 in defense, with a record of 11-6. For more insights and predictions on the MLB season, check out Free MLB Picks.

Chicago White Sox Analysis

The Chicago White Sox are struggling with a record of 2-13 so far in the 2024 season, including a 1-7 record at home. They are facing injuries to key players and suffered a rough homestand with a weekend sweep by the Cincinnati Reds. In the series opener against the Royals, the White Sox were shut out 2-0. The team will start Erick Fedde in the next game, who has yet to get a decision this season. Fedde has allowed 15 hits in 14.2 innings pitched with an ERA of 4.30. The White Sox are currently ranked last in offense and 28th in defense in the league. Additionally, the team has several players out with injuries. The upcoming game against the Royals will be a crucial one for the struggling White Sox.

Royals' Strong Start and Singer's Dominance Set Them Up for Victory Against White Sox

The Royals have shown strong performance at the beginning of this season, with starting pitcher Singer making a significant contribution to their success. Singer has regained his form, evident in his improved strikeout record compared to the previous season. This season, he is showcasing the capabilities of a top-two starter in the rotation. The team has already hit 20 home runs, setting a quick pace that could pose a challenge for White Sox starter Fedde, who has given up five home runs in just three starts. Additionally, the White Sox have struggled with a team batting average of .200 and a high number of strikeouts as a team. With these factors in mind, the Royals are favored to secure a comfortable win on Tuesday night. Therefore, it is advisable to consider taking the Royals with the run line.

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