Chicago Cubs face Kansas City Royals in series opener on August 7
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 10:01 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Chicago Cubs open a six-game road trip against the Kansas City Royals tonight at 7:10 CT. Kevin Gausman will make his Cubs debut, facing Royals left-hander Daniel Lynch IV, who shifts from the bullpen to a starting role due to team injuries. The Cubs have a current run differential of +100 after a recent win against the Rockies. Gausman's ERA stands at 4.38 against a Royals lineup that has historically performed well against him. The game will be broadcast on Marquee Sports Network.
- •Cubs are 5-4 in first games of road trips this season.
- •Kevin Gausman holds a 4.38 ERA entering tonight's game.
- •Daniel Lynch IV will make his first start of the season against the Cubs.
- •Cubs scored three runs in their latest victory, improving to 63-19 with three or more runs.
- •Game broadcast available on Marquee Sports Network.
- 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs vs. Kansas City Royals preview, Friday 8/7, 7:10 CT
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