The Cleveland Indians are just 2.5 games behind the South Side Sox. But if they keep up their current run, they could overtake the White Sox soon. The Indians have won seven of their last ten. Meanwhile, the Sox are splitting with 5-5.
AL Central Standings—as of June 21
- Chicago White Sox 43-29
- Cleveland Indians 39-30
- Kansas City Royals 32-38
- Minnesota Twins 30-41
- Detroit Tigers 30-42
As far as Monday evening’s tilt with the Chicago Cubs, the Cleveland Indians are small dogs on the money line but significant favorites to cover the run line.