This is an 8* SPECIAL on the Royals.

I Shane Bieber the "better" pitcher in this opening matchup? Zack Greinke isn't getting any younger, so he probably is.

But Cleveland did nothing to address its offensive issues in the offseason and I think that it's getting way too much respect here on the road on Opening Day.

Bieber missed a big chunk of the 2021 season with strained throwing shoulder, but he's expected to be back at full strength today.

Greinke will look to make a good first impression with his new team. While he doesn't throw as hard as he did early in his career, he still owns great command, allowing just 1.9 walks per nine innings in 2021.

Look for Greinke to easily match Bieber and for the hungrier home side to find a way to deliver on Opening Day.

The play is Kansas City.

Good luck, NP