The Rundown:

• Today: James Shields takes the mound as the White Sox square off with the Royals for three games. 
• Down in the Minors: Michael Kopech struck out nine in six innings, Steele Walker had a multi-hit game, and Nick Madrigal struck out. 
• Around MLB: The New York Mets put up 24 runs against Philadelphia, Rockies shock the Braves late, and Nationals get a much needed win over the Cardinals.

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