We're nearing the start of the stretch run, so let's check in on the leaders in the MVP and Cy Young races and more.
- The Royals made Clay Holmes' debut with the Chicago Cubs a forgettable affair Saturday night, hammering him for four runs in his return from the injured list, while Jac Calgianone helped to power Kansas City to a 6-3 victory.
Chicago Cubs (68-49, second in the NL Central) vs. Kansas City Royals (48-69, fifth in the AL Central)
- Kevin Gausman provided exactly what the Cubs hoped for when they acquired him from the Blue Jays last weekend, pitching seven sharp innings in his Chicago debut in a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night.
Here's how each club's playoff hopes have risen or fallen, plus how complete every MLB roster is today.
Chicago Cubs (67-49, second in the NL Central) vs. Kansas City Royals (48-68, fifth in the AL Central)
