Kennedy aims to build off last start vs. Tigers
(MLB.com Kansas City Royals)

Right-hander Ian Kennedy (2-8, 4.73 ERA) takes the mound for the Royals in the second game of the series in Detroit tonight at 6:10 p.m. CT. Left-hander Francisco Liriano (5-10, 4.54) will pitch for the Tigers. Kennedy earned his first victory since April 7 last Saturday in a win over the Twins, when he gave up one earned run over six innings.