Early indicators
Here's a look at key numbers — keep in mind each team in the AL Central plays 76 games against division opponents — from the early race:
Team Overall record vs. Central Home Road
Royals 24-14 15-10 13-6 11-8
Tigers 23-15 18-10 11-8 12-7
Twins 21-17 14-14 14-6 7-11
White Sox 17-17 10-14 10-5 7-12
Indians 14-22 7-16 6-12 8-10
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