White Sox vs Royals: Home Advantage

Kansas City Royals News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Chicago White Sox host the Kansas City Royals in a crucial three-game series opener, riding a 41-38 record and division lead against a Royals squad at 34-48. The White Sox hold a 5-2 edge in this season’s matchups, and they’re favored with a strong home record. Pitching sees rookie David Sandlin making his debut against Stephen Kolek (4-2, 4.15 ERA), while offense leans on Colson Montgomery’s 20 homers versus Jac Caglianone’s power. White Sox thrive when they don’t surrender homers — a key stat to watch. Both teams are dealing with injuries, and Royals’ struggles in one-run games (13-21)…