Kansas City Royals vs Chicago White Sox MLB Recap Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 28, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 28, 2025 ,

MLB Recap: Kansas City Royals vs Chicago White Sox – 8/27/25

The Kansas City Royals defeated the Chicago White Sox 12-1 at Rate Field on August 27, 2025. The Royals improved their record to 69-65, holding the second spot in the AL Central. Ryan Bergert earned the win for the Royals, pitching six innings and allowing just one run.

Mike Yastrzemski and Salvador Perez stood out for the Royals with their performances. Yastrzemski contributed two hits, including a home run, and drove in three runs. Perez also hit a home run and added three RBIs to the Royals’ total. The White Sox dropped to 48-85, remaining at the bottom of the AL Central.

The Royals and White Sox stayed scoreless until the fourth inning. The White Sox took a 1-0 lead with a home run by Benintendi. However, the Royals responded in the fifth inning with a big 8-run burst, gaining a 8-1 lead. In the sixth inning, the Royals added three more runs, increasing their lead to 11-1. They tacked on another run in the eighth inning, making it 12-1. The White Sox couldn’t score again, and the Royals secured the win.

Ryan Bergert played a key role in the Royals’ victory. He pitched six innings, allowing only one run and striking out three. With this win, Bergert improved his record to 2-1, holding a 2.67 ERA.

Salvador Perez and Mike Yastrzemski were standouts for the Royals’ offense. Perez hit a home run and a double, driving in three runs. Yastrzemski also hit a home run and a double, contributing three RBIs as well. The Royals’ lineup showed strong hitting, with multiple players getting on base and scoring.

On the other side, Aaron Civale struggled for the White Sox. He pitched 4.67 innings, giving up five runs on five hits, including a home run. Civale took the loss, bringing his record to 3-9 with a 5.26 ERA. Andrew Benintendi was a bright spot for the White Sox, going 3-for-4 and hitting a home run for their only score of the game.

What’s Next

The Royals improved their record to 69-65, holding second place in the Central Division. This win helps them stay in the hunt for a top spot in the division. Their strong performance against the White Sox shows they are a team to watch. The White Sox now have a record of 48-85, keeping them in last place in the Central Division. This loss adds to their tough season, making it hard to climb the standings. The Royals and White Sox have faced each other multiple times this season, with the Royals having the upper hand in recent games.

The Kansas City Royals have a series against the Detroit Tigers starting on August 29, 2025. They will play at home at Kauffman Stadium. The games are scheduled for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with the first game at 8:10 PM.

The Chicago White Sox will face the New York Yankees next. The series begins on August 28, 2025, at Rate Field. They will play four games in a row, starting at 7:40 PM on Thursday.

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