Cubs face Royals as PCA eyes another 30/30 season

The Chicago Cubs (67-49) play the Kansas City Royals (48-68) at Kauffman Stadium today. The Cubs have recently won 13 of 20 games since the All-Star break, maintaining a six-game lead for the top Wild Card spot. Pete Crow-Armstrong is having an impressive season, aiming for a second consecutive 30 HR/30 SB year. The Royals will debut pitcher Daniel Lynch IV today, while the Cubs have not confirmed starters for the rest of the series. Both teams deal with injury issues, especially the Cubs who have 14 pitchers on the Injured List.

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