Lugo is one of the top challengers to Tigers ace Tarik Skubal for the American League Cy Young Award. The 34-year-old veteran spent most of his career in the bullpen before finally becoming a full-time starter in 2023. The Royals signed him on a two-year, $30 million deal over the winter.

The Detroit Tigers (77-73) and Kansas City Royals (82-68) meet Monday to open a 3-game series. First pitch from Kauffman Stadium is slated for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's

Long worked 1 1/3 scoreless innings. In the sixth, he escaped trouble by pitching around a leadoff walk and a wild pitch. He struck out Jasson Dominguez and Anthony Rizzo and also retired shortstop Oswaldo Cabrera to end the threat.