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Orioles to Face Royals in Weekend Showdown at Kauffman Stadium

The Baltimore Orioles are set to play against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Saturday at 7:10 p.m. ET. The Orioles, with a record of 12-6 SU, are starting right-hander Corbin Burnes who has a 2-0 record with a 2.28 ERA this season. The Royals, with a record of 12-7 SU, are countering with left-hander Cole Ragans who has a 0-1 record with a 1.93 ERA. Baltimore has had recent success against Kansas City, winning two of three games earlier in the season and holding an 8-2 SU record in their last ten matchups. The Orioles are currently the betting favorite at -131.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Orioles -131 | Royals +115
• Spread: Orioles -1.5 (+132) | Royals +1.5 (-152)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-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 six series so far in the 2024 season. The team ranks second in the AL East and will look to continue their momentum against Kansas City. Their offense ranks high in key categories such as OPS, home runs, and RBI. On the pitching side, they have a solid ERA and WHIP. Burnes will start the game for the Orioles, with a strong track record on the road. The team's power ranking is 5, with a strong offense averaging 5.78 runs per game. Consider checking out top sportsbooks to potentially profit from their performance.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

The Kansas City Royals have had a strong start to the season, winning two out of three games against the White Sox after a series loss to the Mets. Despite some of their wins coming against lower-ranked teams, the Royals have shown promising offensive and defensive stats, ranking 18th in OBP, 11th in OPS, 7th in home runs, and 12th in RBI. Their pitching staff has also been impressive, with a 2.79 ERA and 1.20 WHIP. Ragans, a third-year southpaw, has pitched well in recent games and will start on Saturday. The Royals have a power ranking of 2, ranking 11th in offense and 1st in defense, with an overall record of 13-7. To get more MLB winners, check out our Expert Picks.

Baltimore Orioles Face Tough Challenge Against Ragans and the Kansas City Royals in Weekend Matchup

The Baltimore team has displayed noticeable variations in performance against left-handed versus right-handed pitchers in the current season, with a slash line of .234/.295/.389/.684 against the former and .267/.316/.486/.801 against the latter. This discrepancy was particularly evident during their recent match against Ragans, where the southpaw pitcher effectively shut down the Orioles lineup, allowing only one hit and securing seven strikeouts in 6.1 innings. Ragans is expected to deliver a similarly strong performance on Saturday, enhancing the odds of victory for his team. On the other hand, Burnes had a less impressive outing on April 3 against Kansas City, giving up nine hits with only three strikeouts. The Royals have proven to be formidable opponents at home, boasting a slash line of .273/.341/.464/.804 and an 8-2 record at home (prior to Friday's game). Despite the expectation of a low-scoring game, Kansas City holds an advantage both on the mound and at the plate, making them favorable as moneyline underdogs, a status they have already proven successful in six times in the 2024 season.

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