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Yankees Favored to Extend Win Streak as they Face Royals in Second Game of Series at Yankee Stadium

The Kansas City Royals will look to secure their first road series win of the season as they visit Yankee Stadium to face the New York Yankees on Tuesday night in the second game of their three-game series. Michael Wacha will take the mound for the Royals, while Max Fried is set to start for the Yankees. New York, with a record of 8-7, is favored to win the matchup, as they have a strong history of success against Kansas City. Please note that this preview was written prior to Monday's game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Royals +155 | Yankees -176
• Spread: Royals +1.5 (-130) | Yankees -1.5 (+110)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 64%.

Kansas City vs New York Stats

Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals had their two-series win streak snapped by Cleveland over the weekend, but they will look to bounce back from the series loss and pick up their first road series of the season when they play on Tuesday. The team is currently averaging 3.25 runs per game, which ranks 27th in the league, with a .219 batting average ranking 21st, a .286 on base percentage ranking 24th, and a .319 slugging percentage ranking 28th. Bobby Witt Jr. leads the team with a .325 batting average, while Vinnie Pasquantino leads with two home runs and 11 RBI. On the defensive side, the Royals are giving up 3.19 runs per game, which is fifth in the league, with opponents having a .229 batting average against them (13th in the league). The team's 3.14 ERA is fourth, and their 1.20 WHIP is 11th. The team's power ranking is 19, ranking 29th in offense, 9th in defense, with a record of 8-8 this season.

New York Yankees Analysis

The New York Yankees have had a strong start to the season, with a record of 8-7. They are currently ranked first in the power rankings and second in offense, scoring an average of 6.50 runs per game. However, they have struggled defensively, giving up an average of 5.14 runs per game, ranking 26th in the league.

The Yankees will look to bounce back from their recent slump by taking on the Kansas City Royals. New York has a strong batting lineup, with a batting average of .259, which is fifth in the league. They are led by Paul Goldschmidt and Aaron Judge, who have been performing well at the plate. On the defensive side, New York is giving up 4.53 runs per game, which ranks 23rd in the league.

In their last matchup against Kansas City, New York went 1-2. The Yankees will look to improve their performance and secure a win against the Royals to turn things around and build on their strong offensive numbers.

Yankees Favored to Win Against Royals in Upcoming Matchup With Strong Home Performance

The New York Yankees have a favorable advantage in their upcoming matchup against the Kansas City Royals due to their strong performance in home games, winning five out of nine, as well as their ability to hit well against right-handed pitchers. Furthermore, pitcher Wacha of the Royals has struggled in his first three starts, giving up seven runs, indicating a potential opportunity for the Yankees to score. On the other hand, the Royals have faced challenges on the road, with their bullpen showing signs of struggle. Pitcher Fried of the Yankees has demonstrated exceptional performance on the mound, only allowing one run in his last two starts, showcasing his ability to effectively shut down opposing offenses. Given these factors, taking New York on the money line would be a prudent decision.

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