KC vs. CLE (Royals ML)
(MLB) Royals (KAN) vs. Guardians (CLE),
Money Line: -130.00 Royals (KAN) (Away)
Result: Win
Betting Trend: Kansas City is 26-13 (66.7%) straight-up versus A.L. Central competition, the best in-division record in MLB this season.

Cole Ragans has been as good as advertised this season, as his 3.37 xERA is nearly identical to his actual ERA. He'll get the best of the Guardians tomorrow, giving the visitors a significant pitching advantage with the home team starting an opener in a bullpen game.

The Royals are breathing down the Guardians' necks in the A.L. Central race. They will continue to build momentum in today's pivotal doubleheader, escaping with a win in game one. KC's road splits aren't nearly as good as its home splits, but I trust the Royals today more than the Guardians, who have struggled against left-handers (27th in wOBA vs. southpaws since the All-Star break).