New York Yankees vs Kansas City Royals Betting Picks & Predictions
The New York Yankees are looking to close out the series against the Kansas City Royals in Game 4 of the American League Divisional Series. After taking a 2-1 lead in the
Game outlook
The New York Yankees are looking to close out the series against the Kansas City Royals in Game 4 of the American League Divisional Series. After taking a 2-1 lead in the series with a road win in Kansas City, the Yankees will rely on their top pitcher Gerrit Cole to secure the win. The Royals will counter with Michael Wacha on the mound, hoping to force a Game 5 back in New York. The first pitch is scheduled for 8:08 P.M. EST at Kauffman Stadium, with New York being the betting favorite with a current line of -150.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Yankees -150 | Royals +134
Spread: Yankees -1.5 (+110) | Royals +1.5 (-130)
Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 60%.
New York Yankees
New York leads the American League Divisional Series 2-1 against the Royals. They earned a close Game 1 victory, but dropped Game 2. In Game 3, the Yankees secured a win with Giancarlo Stanton hitting a game-winning home run. Clarke Schmidt started the game and pitched well, despite not getting the decision. The Yankees will send Gerrit Cole to start Game 4. Overall, the Yankees have scored 11 runs in three postseason games against the Royals and have a .211 batting average. New York is ranked 3 in offense and 10 in defense, with a record of 93-68 this season.