The Chicago White Sox's struggles continued in a dismal series against the Kansas City Royals, culminating in a 10-0 blowout loss where they conceded a season-high 17 hits. Manager Will Venable expressed frustration over the team's inability to generate offense, highlighting missed opportunities during key moments, including a double play that ended a promising fifth inning. This defeat marked their fourth consecutive loss in the series and their worst start in franchise history, now at 10-28.

On the other hand, the Royals demonstrated their dominance over the Sox, extending their record to 11 consecutive victories against them at Kauffman Stadium. Notably, Salvador Perez played a pivotal role, contributing significantly to the Royals' scoring. Meanwhile, White Sox outfielder Michael A. Taylor celebrated a personal milestone, reaching 10 years of major-league service time, amidst the team's ongoing struggles.