The Chicago Cubs (63-59) face off against the Kansas City Royals (40-85) on Sunday at Wrigley Field at 2:20 PM ET. The Cubs will call on Kyle Hendricks (4-6) versus the Royals and Jordan Lyles (3-13).
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Chicago vs. Kansas City Pitcher Matchup Info
- When: Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 2:20 PM ET
- Where: Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois
- How to Watch on TV: MARQ
- Probable Pitchers: Hendricks – CHC (4-6, 4.19 ERA) vs Lyles – KC (3-13, 6.17 ERA)
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Cubs vs. Royals Starting Pitcher Stats (2023)
| Hendricks | Lyles | |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | GS | 23 |
| 4-6 | W-L | 3-13 |
| 4.19 | ERA | 6.17 |
| 92.1 | IP | 131.1 |
| 16 | BB | 36 |
| 61 | SO | 91 |
Cubs Probable Starting Pitcher: Kyle Hendricks
- In his most recent time out on Wednesday, the righty tossed six innings against the Chicago White Sox, allowing three earned runs while surrendering seven hits.
- In 16 games this season, the 33-year-old has a 4.19 ERA and 5.9 strikeouts per nine innings, while allowing a batting average of .243 to his opponents.
- Hendricks has registered eight quality starts this year.
- He has had one appearance this season in which he did not give up an earned run.
- Hendricks and his team have a record of 7-9-0 against the spread when he starts.
- In games Hendricks has started this season, the teams are 8-8-0 at hitting the over.
Hendricks’ Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs. White Sox | Aug. 15 | 6.0 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| at Mets | Aug. 9 | 5.0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| vs. Braves | Aug. 4 | 4.0 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| at Cardinals | Jul. 30 | 7.0 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| at White Sox | Jul. 25 | 6.1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
Royals Probable Starting Pitcher: Jordan Lyles
- The right-hander gave up six earned runs in five innings pitched on Wednesday in his last outing, a matchup with the Seattle Mariners.
- The 32-year-old has pitched in 23 games this season with an ERA of 6.17 and 6.2 strikeouts per nine innings, with an opponent batting average of .255.
- In 23 starts this season, he’s earned six quality starts.
- He has finished one appearance without allowing an earned run in 23 chances this season.
- The 32-year-old’s 6.17 ERA ranks 60th, 1.294 WHIP ranks 43rd, and 6.2 K/9 ranks 56th among qualified pitchers in the majors this season.
- The Royals have a 7-16-0 ATS record in Lyles’ 23 starts with a set spread.
- Lyles’ starts with a set total this season have gone over the run total in 12 of 23 games.
Lyles’ Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs. Mariners | Aug. 15 | 5.0 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| at Red Sox | Aug. 9 | 8.0 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
| at Phillies | Aug. 4 | 5.2 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| vs. Twins | Jul. 29 | 5.0 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| at Yankees | Jul. 23 | 5.0 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
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