The Royals, now 2-2 on this trip, remained four games back of the Orioles and Tigers, who are tied for the second spot in the American League Wild Card standings.
Adam Eaton had two doubles and two runs scored for the White Sox, while Tyler Saladino had three hits and two RBIs.

Right-hander Yordano Ventura made it through seven innings for the Royals, giving up four earned runs and 10 hits.