Look for Carlos Carrasco to pitch well against a banged-up Royals lineup. This is Carrasco's third start since recovering from a hamstring injury. Carrasco limits his walks and induces ground ball outs, which is the perfect complement in facing the patient Royals.

The Indians have won nine of their last 12 and catch Kansas City in its first game back from a 10-game road trip. The Royals were 2-8 on their trip. Cleveland is 5-1 in Carrasco's last six starts and have won seven consecutive division games.

Edinson Volquez isn't in Carrasco's class. The Royals' bullpen carries a high fatigue rating, too.