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LOOK: Patrick Mahomes reacts to Bobby Witt Jr.’s spectacular Home Run Derby performance

Check out #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes’ reaction to #Royals SS Bobby Witt Jr.’s outstanding Home Run Derby performance.

Patrick Mahomes is an avid baseball fan, and when Bobby Witt Jr. took the field for the MLB’s annual Home Run Derby on Monday night, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback was glued to his television.

Witt fought hard against more experienced competition to finish as the event’s runner-up, falling just behind Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández in the derby’s final round.

Though Mahomes didn’t attend the spectacular showing of slugging prowess in Texas, he and his wife Brittany documented his experience of watching Witt from his living room on social media during each round of the event.

Check out their top posts below:

When Witt was eliminated, Mahomes took to his official account to post a final show of support for Kansas City’s budding star.

Though Witt didn’t leave with a trophy on Monday night, he will join fellow Royals Salvador Pérez, Cole Ragans, and Seth Lugo at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game on June 16.

Kansas City Royals at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Kansas City Royals at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Kansas City Royals (35-22) will finish off a 4-game series against the Minnesota Twins (30-25) on Thursday and will try to salvage a split. First pitch is set for 1:10 p.m. ET at Target Field. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Royals vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Twins lead 4-2

After winning 8 games in a row, the Royals dropped 3 straight before getting back in the win column 6-1 on Wednesday as a +122 underdog.

The Twins have still won 6 of their last 8 games and are 6 1/2 games behind Cleveland in the AL Central race.

Royals at Twins projected starters

RHP Brady Singer vs. RHP Chris Paddack

Singer (4-2, 2.63 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.12 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 in 61 2/3 IP.

  • Has allowed 1 ER or less in 8 of his 11 starts, including 5 of his last 6 outings
  • March 31 vs. Twins: Win, 7 IP,  0 ER, 3 H, 1BB, 10 K in 11-0 victory
  • In 4 road starts has a 3.60 ERA in 20 IP with a 20/9 K/BB and 3 HRs allowed

Paddack (4-2, 4.39 ERA) makes his 11th start. He has a 1.39 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 55 1/3 IP.

  • Has a 3.07 ERA across 5 May starts, with a 29/4 K/BB in 29 1/3 IP
  • He’s been very good at home, posting a 2.73 ERA and 38/6 K/BB in 6 starts spanning 33 IP
  • Has issued a total of just 6 walks in his last 8 starts (1.2 BB/9).

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Royals at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:53 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Royals +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Twins -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Royals +1.5 (-200) | Twins -1.5 (+165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Royals at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Royals 4, Twins 3

Moneyline

The Royals are 8-3 in Singer’s starts this season and he has performed at a very high level. They are 4-1 in his last 5 outings, during which time he has recorded a 30/6 K/BB in 27 1/3 IP.

The Royals sit 4 games ahead of the Twins in the standings and have a run differential of +81, compared to +2 for Minnesota. Look for the ROYALS +105 to come out on top in this game.

Run line/Against the spread

Singer has been excellent all season and both starting pitchers have been on a roll lately, which points to this being a close game throughout. Laying 2:1 odds on Kansas City keeping it within a run seems steep so it’s probably best to PASS on the RL and look for value elsewhere.

Over/Under

These 2 pitchers have been doing a great job of holding opposing offenses in check. This has the makings of a pitchers’ duel, as neither team is likely to have a big offensive day. A play on UNDER 8 (-115) looks like the way to go.

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Chiefs TE Travis Kelce reflects on his redemption pitch at Kauffman Stadium

#Chiefs TE Travis Kelce admitted that he almost had another viral moment for all of the wrong reasons at the #Royals game on Monday. | from @EdEastonJr

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The Kansas City Chiefs are back on the football field Tuesday to start mandatory minicamp. The focus is to prepare for the rapidly approaching 2023 season and defend their Super Bowl title.

Travis Kelce is ready to add to his impressive career stats this upcoming year, entering minicamp. Kelce is fresh from his first pitch redemption on Monday night during the Kansas City Royals’ “Chiefs Night.” He reflected on the bounce-back performance and nearly created another viral mishap while speaking with reporters after Tuesday’s practice.

“I don’t know if y’all saw, but I slipped.” Said Kelce, “I got lucky I didn’t fall on my tail and go viral again for the wrong reasons.”

Kelce delivered the pitch effectively before the start of the Royals’ matchup against the Cincinnati Reds. He elaborated on the almost mishap and apologized to his hometown again for April’s performance.

“But yeah, shout out to Bobby (Witt Jr.) for kind of painting that corner for me a little bit, put it over the plate,” Kelce said. “So thanks for that. Thanks to the Royals for letting me get a second chance, and I’m sorry, Cleveland. I’m; literally, I’m so embarrassed to come back home now.”

Kelce can now safely focus his attention on the upcoming golf matchup at the end of the month and training for a new football season.

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WATCH: Travis Kelce redeems himself by delivering the first pitch at Kansas City Royals game

#Chiefs TE Travis Kelce successfully delivered the first pitch during the Kansas City Royals’ “Chiefs Night” on Monday. | from @EdEastonJr

The anticipation was at an all-time high for many Kansas City Chiefs fans heading into Monday night’s Royals game against the Cincinnati Reds. The actual baseball game took a backseat to Pro Bowl tight end Travis Kelce’s quest for ceremonial first-pitch redemption.

Kelce has dealt with two months of playful joking and criticism following his initial first pitch botch before the season opener of his hometown team, the Cleveland Guardians. The viral blunder led to pleas from teammate Patrick Mahomes and others for Kelce to get another shot at a future Royals game. The Chiefs star took full advantage of the opportunity on Monday as he got the job done successfully in front of the Kansas City crowd.

The pitch had all the bells and whistles with teammates lined up behind him, fans on their feet, and KC Wolf holding a helpful arrow sign toward the catcher. The mission is finally accomplished, and Kelce has a lighter consciousness heading into the mandatory minicamp this week.

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Royals to give Travis Kelce shot at redemption during Chiefs’ theme night

#Chiefs TE Travis Kelce will get his shot at baseball redemption with a chance to throw out the first pitch at the #Royals’ Chiefs theme night. | from @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs have had plenty to celebrate since winning Super Bowl LVII, and spearheading the offseason festivities has been star TE Travis Kelce.

The All-Pro tight end has had an offseason for ages, participating in various events, hosting a concert, and even Saturday Night Live. The only comical blemish on his record was the infamous first pitch at the Cleveland Guardians home opener.

Kelce will officially have his chance at ceremonial first-pitch redemption when the Kansas City Royals host their “Chiefs night.” The Royals announced Kelce would get another opening toss before Monday night’s game. Kelce tweeted his embarrassment following the botch in Cleveland, pushing the blame for his football spiking.

“Been spiking a football for the past 10 years,” said Kelce. “Can you tell?”

Patrick Mahomes, who lobbied the Royals for this opportunity, head coach Andy Reid, and more will be on hand in support of Kelce at Kauffman Stadium. Reid revealed Kelce’s game plan during Thursday’s press conference after OTAs, explaining that he’s been getting some pointers from Mahomes.

“I think Pat (Mahomes) has,” said Reid. “Pat’s been on him. He’s working hard at it. I think you’re going to get a better performance this time. He can throw now; it’s just getting it straight there.”

The promotion expects the first 20K fans to attend the game to get a co-branded Chiefs/Royals rally towel. The chance to watch Kelce redeem himself, however, will be priceless.

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Chiefs theme night is coming to Royals’ Kauffman Stadium

The #Royals are holding their #Chiefs theme night at Kauffman Stadium next week. | from @EdEastonJr

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The Kansas City Chiefs have crossed over into baseball a few times this busy off-season. Travis Kelce’s partnership with MLB star Aaron Judge, his questionable first pitch at the Cleveland Guardians home opener, and last week’s softball performance from Patrick Mahomes made headlines.

The Kansas City Royals are showing their appreciation for the reigning Super Bowl champions with a special promotional night at an upcoming game. The Royals will host ‘Chiefs Night’ on June 12th featuring Mahomes, Kelce, head coach Andy Reid, and more at Kauffman Stadium. They say that the first 20K fans to attend the game will get a co-branded Chiefs/Royals rally towel.

Considering the Chiefs’ recent rivalry with the Cincinnati Bengals, the Cincinnati Reds will be a very fitting opponent for the upcoming theme night.

Appearances from KC Wolf and the Chiefs cheerleaders are expected to be a part of the celebration. The special night adds to the continued united efforts in the city supporting sports and beyond in the community.

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Chiefs were well-represented at Royals opening day

#Chiefs HC Andy Reid, GM Brett Veach and Hall of Fame LB Bobby Bell took in #Royals’ opening day at The K on Thursday.

Some key figures at 1 Arrowhead Drive took a trip across the parking lot on Thursday to support the Kansas City Royals on opening day.

In what has become an annual tradition, the Kansas City Chiefs sent over a contingent to take in the game on opening day as the Royals faced the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. The two historic franchises have long supported each other, so it’s no surprise to see the Chiefs out there having the Royals’ back as they get their season underway. This year HC Andy Reid and GM Brett Veach were joined by Hall of Fame linebacker Bobby Bell.

The trio all snapped a photo together. Reid and Veach also took another photo with Royals majority owner John Sherman and Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas. The team shared the images on their social media channel.

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Patrick Mahomes, a part-owner of the Royals, wasn’t in attendance for this year’s opening day. That’s the second year in a row that he has missed opening day. His recent social media posts have suggested that he’s off training with Bobby Stroupe in Texas for the offseason. He did, however, drop a new colorway of his Adidas Mahomes 1’s that seems to be heavily inspired by the Royals.

Zack Greinke, the former No. 6 overall pick in the 2002 MLB draft, got the start for the Royals on Thursday. Despite a solid performance from Greinke, a lack of run support led to a 2-0 loss to the Twins on opening day. Perhaps they’ll have better luck on Saturday when the series resumes.

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New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals odds, tips and betting trends

On Sunday, the Kansas City Royals (7-12) are hosting the New York Yankees (14-6), at 2:10 PM ET. The Yankees have taken four in a row. The Yankees are a favorite (-195) against the Royals (+164). The Yankees will give the ball to Luis Severino (1-0) …

On Sunday, the Kansas City Royals (7-12) are hosting the New York Yankees (14-6), at 2:10 PM ET. The Yankees have taken four in a row.

The Yankees are a favorite (-195) against the Royals (+164). The Yankees will give the ball to Luis Severino (1-0) versus the Royals and Daniel Lynch (2-1).

Yesterday, the Yankees claimed a 3-0 win over the Royals, with Gerrit Cole (6.0 IP, 0 R, 5 H, 6 K) registering the win for the Yankees. Aaron Hicks went 2-for-2 to lead the offensive attack. Carlos Hernandez (4.0 IP, 2 R, 4 H, 3 K) was credited with the loss for the Royals.

Here’s what you need to get ready for Sunday’s Yankees vs. Royals game.

New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals Odds and Betting Lines

Major League Baseball odds courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook. Odds updated Sunday at 5:04 AM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.

  • Favorite: Yankees (-195, bet $195 to win $100)
  • Underdog: Royals (+164, bet $100 to win $164)
  • Over/under: 8

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Yankees Stats and Trends

Yankees Betting Records

  • The Yankees have been favorites in 19 games this season and won 13 (68.4%) of those contests.
  • This season, New York has won seven of its nine games, or 77.8%, when favored by at least -195 on the moneyline.
  • The implied probability of a win from the Yankees, based on the moneyline, is 66.1%.
  • New York and its opponents have hit the over in seven of their 19 games with a total this season.
  • The Yankees are 11-8-0 against the spread in their 19 chances this season.

Luis Severino (Yankees Probable Starter)

  • Severino (1-0) will take the mound for the Yankees, his fourth start of the season.
  • The right-hander gave up one earned run in five innings pitched on Wednesday, April 20 in his last outing, a matchup with the Detroit Tigers.
  • The 28-year-old has pitched in three games this season with an ERA of 2.08, a 3.5 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a WHIP of 1.385.
  • Severino will look to finish five or more innings for the third start in a row.
  • The Royals rank 29th in MLB with 59 runs scored this season. They have a .211 batting average this campaign with 11 home runs (28th in the league).

Yankees Batting Stats

  • The Yankees have hit 24 homers this season, which ranks fifth in the league.
  • Hitters for the Yankees rank sixth in the majors with a combined .402 team slugging percentage.
  • New York ranks seventh in MLB with a .244 team batting average.
  • The Yankees rank 14th in the league with 88 total runs scored this season.
  • New York has an OBP of .323 this season, which ranks eighth in MLB.
  • The Yankees rank eighth in MLB in strikeouts per game with an average of 8.5 whiffs per contest.

Royals Stats and Trends

Royals Betting Records

  • The Royals have been chosen as underdogs in 14 games this year and have walked away with the win five times (35.7%) in those games.
  • The Royals have won all of their three games in which they were named as at least a +164 moneyline underdog.
  • The Royals have an implied victory probability of 37.9% according to the moneyline set for this matchup.
  • Kansas City’s games have gone over the total in seven of their 19 opportunities.
  • The Royals are 9-10-0 against the spread in their 19 games with a line set by sportsbooks this season.

Daniel Lynch (Royals Probable Starter)

  • Lynch makes the start for the Royals, his fourth of the season. He is 2-1 with a 3.38 ERA and 16 strikeouts in 16 innings pitched.
  • The left-hander last pitched on Tuesday against the Chicago White Sox, when he tossed six scoreless innings while giving up two hits.
  • The 25-year-old has an ERA of 3.38, with 9.0 strikeouts per nine innings in three games this season. Opposing hitters have a .242 batting average against him.
  • Lynch is looking to secure his second quality start of the year in this outing.
  • Lynch will look to pitch five or more innings for his fourth straight start. He’s averaging 5.1 frames per outing.
  • He will face a Yankees offense that ranks 15th in the league with 160 total hits (on a .244 batting average). The squad also slugs a collective .402 (sixth in the league) with 24 total home runs (fifth in MLB action).

Royals Batting Stats

  • The Royals are third-worst in MLB action with 11 home runs.
  • So far this year, the Royals’ .312 slugging percentage is the fourth-lowest average in the league.
  • Kansas City ranks 27th in the league with a .211 batting average.
  • The offense for the Royals is No. 29 in MLB play scoring 3.1 runs per game (59 total runs).
  • Kansas City is 24th in the league with a .286 on-base percentage.
  • The Royals strike out the least in the league, averaging 7.3 per game.

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New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals odds, tips and betting trends

On Saturday, the New York Yankees (13-6) are visiting the Kansas City Royals (7-11), at 7:10 PM ET. The Yankees have taken three straight. As the favorite, the Yankees (-203 on the moneyline) take the field at the Royals (+173). The scheduled …

On Saturday, the New York Yankees (13-6) are visiting the Kansas City Royals (7-11), at 7:10 PM ET. The Yankees have taken three straight.

As the favorite, the Yankees (-203 on the moneyline) take the field at the Royals (+173). The scheduled starters are Gerrit Cole (1-0) for the New York Yankees, and Carlos Hernandez for the Kansas City Royals.

Nestor Cortes Jr. (5.0 IP, 1 R, 8 H, 3 K) picked up the win in the Yankees’ 12-2 victory over the Royals yesterday. Giancarlo Stanton led the way offensively, going 2-for-3 with a home run and an RBI. Kris Bubic (5.0 IP, 3 R, 4 H, 3 K) took the loss for the Royals.

Here’s what you need to get ready for Saturday’s Yankees vs. Royals action.

New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals Odds and Betting Lines

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  • Favorite: Yankees (-203, bet $203 to win $100)
  • Underdog: Royals (+173, bet $100 to win $173)
  • Over/under: 8.5

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Yankees Stats and Trends

Yankees Betting Records

  • The Yankees have entered the game as favorites 18 times this season and won 12, or 66.7%, of those games.
  • New York has entered seven games this season favored by -203 or more and is 6-1 in those contests.
  • Bookmakers have implied with the moneyline set for this matchup that the Yankees have a 67% chance to win.
  • So far this season, New York and its opponents have hit the over in seven of their 18 games with a total.
  • The Yankees have an ATS record of 10-8-0 in 18 games with a spread this season.

Gerrit Cole (Yankees Probable Starter)

  • Cole (1-0) will take to the mound for the Yankees and make his fifth start of the season.
  • The right-hander’s last appearance was on Sunday, when he threw 6 2/3 scoreless innings against the Cleveland Guardians while allowing four hits.
  • The 31-year-old has an ERA of 4.00, a 2.625 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a WHIP of 1.167 in four games this season.
  • The Royals have scored 59 runs this season, which ranks 28th in MLB. They have 124 hits, 29th in baseball, with 11 home runs (27th in the league).

Yankees Batting Stats

  • The Yankees have hit 24 homers this season, which ranks fourth in the league.
  • Hitters for the Yankees have a combined .406 slugging percentage this season, which ranks sixth in MLB.
  • New York has a team batting average of .243 this season, which ranks ninth among MLB teams.
  • The Yankees rank 14th in the league with 85 total runs scored this season.
  • New York is among the best in the league at getting on base, ranking 10th with an OBP of .319.
  • The Yankees have shown patience at the plate this season with the 10th-best rate of strikeouts per game (8.7) among MLB offenses.

Royals Stats and Trends

Royals Betting Records

  • The Royals have won in five, or 38.5%, of the 13 contests they have been named as odds-on underdogs in this year.
  • This is the worst odds of a win that sportsbooks have given Kansas City this season with a +173 moneyline set for this game.
  • Bookmakers have implied with the moneyline set for this matchup that the Royals have a 36.6% chance of pulling out a win.
  • Kansas City’s games have gone over the total in seven of their 18 opportunities.
  • The Royals are 9-9-0 against the spread in their 18 games that had a posted line this season.

Carlos Hernández (Royals Probable Starter)

  • Hernandez makes the start for the Royals, his fourth of the season. He is 0-0 with a 6.43 ERA and five strikeouts over 14 innings pitched.
  • In his most recent appearance on Sunday, the righty tossed 5 1/3 innings against the Seattle Mariners, giving up three earned runs while surrendering six hits.
  • In three games this season, the 25-year-old has an ERA of 6.43, with 3.2 strikeouts per nine innings. Opponents are hitting .333 against him.
  • Hernandez will try to secure his second outing of five or more innings pitched this season. He averages 4.2 innings per appearance.
  • He will face a Yankees offense that ranks 15th in the league with 152 total hits (on a .243 batting average). The squad also slugs a collective .406 (sixth in the league) with 24 total home runs (fourth in MLB play).

Royals Batting Stats

  • The Royals are fourth-worst in MLB play with 11 home runs.
  • So far this season, the Royals’ .316 slugging percentage is the fifth-lowest average in baseball.
  • Kansas City’s .211 batting average ranks 26th in the league.
  • The Royals are the third-lowest scoring team in baseball averaging 3.3 runs per game (59 total).
  • Kansas City’s .286 on-base percentage is 25th in baseball.
  • The Royals strike out the least in baseball, averaging 7.3 per game.

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New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals odds, tips and betting trends

At Kauffman Stadium on Friday, the Kansas City Royals (7-10) begin a three-game series versus the New York Yankees (12-6), at 8:10 PM ET. The Royals (+170 underdog on the moneyline) play at home against the Yankees (-201). The scheduled starters are …

At Kauffman Stadium on Friday, the Kansas City Royals (7-10) begin a three-game series versus the New York Yankees (12-6), at 8:10 PM ET.

The Royals (+170 underdog on the moneyline) play at home against the Yankees (-201). The scheduled starters are Nestor Cortes Jr. for the New York Yankees, and Kris Bubic (0-1) for the Kansas City Royals.

The Yankees won their most recent game against the Orioles yesterday by a 10-5 score. Aaron Judge went 2-for-5 with a home run and four RBI to lead them offensively. Miguel Castro picked up the win on the strength of 1/3 of an inning without giving up an earned run on one hit, while striking out one.

The Royals knocked off the White Sox 5-2 yesterday. Andrew Benintendi went 2-for-5 with a double, a home run and two RBI, and Scott Barlow got the win, pitching one inning without giving up a hit or an earned run while striking out two.

Here is everything you need to get ready for Friday’s Yankees vs. Royals contest.

New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals Odds and Betting Lines

Major League Baseball odds courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook. Odds updated Thursday at 11:05 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.

  • Favorite: Yankees (-201, bet $201 to win $100)
  • Underdog: Royals (+170, bet $100 to win $170)
  • Over/under: 8

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Yankees Stats and Trends

Yankees Betting Records

  • The Yankees have won 11, or 64.7%, of the 17 games they’ve played as favorites this season.
  • This season, New York has won five of its seven games when favored by at least -201 on the moneyline.
  • The oddsmakers’ moneyline implies a 66.8% chance of a victory for the Yankees.
  • New York’s games have gone over the total in six of their 17 chances.
  • The Yankees are 9-8-0 against the spread in their 17 chances this season.

Nestor Cortes Jr. (Yankees Probable Starter)

  • Nestor Cortes Jr. (0-0) will take the mound for the Yankees, his fourth start of the season.
  • The left-hander gave up two earned runs and allowed one hit in 6 1/3 innings pitched against the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday.
  • The 27-year-old has pitched in three games this season with an ERA of 1.15, an 8.333 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a WHIP of .638.
  • Cortes has pitched five or more innings in two straight games and will look to extend that streak.
  • The Royals rank 28th in MLB with 57 runs scored this season. They have a .208 batting average this campaign with 11 home runs (25th in the league).

Yankees Batting Stats

  • The Yankees’ 20 home runs rank sixth in Major League Baseball.
  • Fueled by 48 extra-base hits, the Yankees rank 10th in MLB with a .389 slugging percentage this season.
  • New York’s .239 batting average is among the best in baseball, ranking 10th in MLB.
  • The Yankees have scored the 16th-most runs in the league this season with 73 (4.1 per game).
  • New York has the 11th-best on-base percentage in MLB this season (.317).
  • The Yankees rank 11th in strikeouts per game (8.8) among MLB offenses.

Royals Stats and Trends

Royals Betting Records

  • The Royals have been victorious in five, or 41.7%, of the 12 contests they have been chosen as underdogs in this season.
  • Kansas City has played as an underdog of +170 or more just one time this year and came away with a loss in that game.
  • The moneyline set for this matchup implies the Royals have a 37% chance of coming away with a victory in the contest.
  • Contests with Kansas City have gone over the total set by sportsbooks in six of 17 chances this season.
  • The Royals have posted a record of 9-8-0 against the spread this season.

Kris Bubic (Royals Probable Starter)

  • Bubic gets the start for the Royals, his fourth of the season. He is 0-1 with a 14.14 ERA and five strikeouts in seven innings pitched.
  • The left-hander last pitched on Sunday against the Seattle Mariners, when he tossed 2 2/3 innings, allowing five earned runs while giving up seven hits.
  • The 24-year-old has put together a 14.14 ERA and 6.4 strikeouts per nine innings in three games this season, while giving up a batting average of .387 to opposing hitters.
  • He will take the hill against a Yankees offense that is hitting .239 as a unit (10th in the MLB). They are also slugging a collective .389 (10th in the league) with 20 total home runs (sixth in MLB action).

Royals Batting Stats

  • The Royals are 25th in baseball with 11 home runs. They average 0.6 per game.
  • So far this year, the Royals are slugging .314, the fifth-lowest average in baseball.
  • Kansas City is 26th in MLB with a .208 batting average.
  • The offense for the Royals is No. 28 in baseball scoring 3.4 runs per game (57 total runs).
  • Kansas City ranks 23rd in the league with a .285 on-base percentage.
  • The Royals strike out the least in the league, averaging 7.4 per game.

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