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Baltimore Orioles Favored to Win Against Kansas City Royals in Friday Matchup at Kauffman Stadium

The Baltimore Orioles will face off against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Friday, with first pitch scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. Baltimore's right-hander Dean Kremer, who has a 0-1 record with a 4.96 ERA this season, will take the mound against Kansas City's righty Alec Marsh, who holds a 2-0 record with a 4.32 ERA. Baltimore has had recent success against Kansas City, winning eight out of their last ten matchups. Currently, Baltimore is favored to win with a -134 opening line that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Orioles -134 | Royals +123
• Spread: Orioles -1.5 (+120) | Royals +1.5 (-133)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 57%.

Baltimore vs Kansas City Stats

Baltimore Orioles

Baltimore Orioles have been on a hot streak, winning four straight games and four out of their last six series. They are currently in second place in the AL East. Their offense has been strong, ranking high in key categories like OPS, home runs, and RBI. The pitching staff has also been solid, with a decent ERA and WHIP. Kremer will be starting on Friday, looking to bounce back from a tough outing against Milwaukee. With a strong offense and decent pitching, the Orioles will aim to continue their winning ways at Kauffman Stadium. To make a profit, consider checking out the top sportsbooks. The Orioles are currently ranked #3 in offense, #13 in defense, and have a 12-6 record for the season.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

The Kansas City Royals have been on a hot streak, winning 12 of their 19 games so far this season. However, some question if their success is sustainable due to six of those wins coming against the struggling White Sox. The team ranks in the middle of the pack in offensive categories, but their pitching staff has been impressive with a 2.79 ERA and 1.20 WHIP. Marsh, a second-year pro, will be pitching for the Royals in their upcoming game against Baltimore after solid outings against the Orioles, White Sox, and Mets. Despite their strong start, the Royals will face tougher competition in the coming weeks which will give us a better idea of their standing in the league. For more baseball predictions and analysis, check out our Expert Picks. The Kansas City Royals have a power ranking of 2 and are #10 for offense, scoring an average of 5.12 runs per game, and #1 for defense, giving up an average of 2.82 runs per game. In their last three matchups against Baltimore, the Orioles went 1-2 against the Royals.

Orioles' Strong Offense and Kremer's Skills Point to Victory in Friday's Matchup

In the previous matchup, Marsh outperformed Baltimore, however, I anticipate a different outcome on Friday. The Orioles have shown strong offensive capabilities by scoring six or more runs in six of their last nine games with an average of 6.0 runs per game in their last ten overall. Their season statistics against right-handers also indicate promising prospects. I am optimistic that Kremer will deliver a quality start in the upcoming game. Though he struggled in his last appearance, he has demonstrated impressive form in his initial two starts, save for a few mistakes in his debut. By minimizing home runs against the Royals, Kremer is poised for success against a lineup that has struggled offensively in recent games after their series sweep against Houston.

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