White Sox have now lost 9 straight against Kansas City
The Royals, who won for the 14th time in their last 16 games, lead the majors with 18 quality starts.
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The Royals, who won for the 14th time in their last 16 games, lead the majors with 18 quality starts.
Nico Hoerner had two of the Cubs' four hits. Ben Brown (3-3) struck out nine in five innings, but was charged with three runs and six hits.
"It's a whole different experience when you're standing on that mound," Williams said. "It's not exactly the local ballfield."
The team is hoping for a fantastic experience defending their title in Canada.
Kavan Markwood sustained injuries to several parts of his body, but has continued to progress positively.
The Cubs trailed 5-3 before rallying in the ninth, handing Justin Verlander another no-decision after he was in position for his first win with the Giants.
The Royals' Bobby Witt singled with the bases loaded to cap a crazy rally in the bottom of the ninth.
The Royals (20-16) took the opener of a four-game series to begin a seven-game homestand. They have won three straight and 11 of 13.
Carson Kelly also went deep, sparking the Cubs' five-run sixth inning with a leadoff drive for his eighth homer.
The Blackhawks had to settle for the third pick, after selecting first and second the last two years.
