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Kansas City Royals Favored to Win Against Colorado Rockies in Interleague Matchup

The Colorado Rockies (4-17) will be looking for their second consecutive win as they face the Kansas City Royals (9-14) at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday night. Ryan Feltner will be starting for the Rockies, while Kris Bubic will be on the mound for the Royals. Kansas City is favored to win with a -200 opening line. The Rockies have a 6-4 record in their last 10 games against the Royals. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this interleague matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rockies +180 | Royals -200
• Spread: Rockies +1.5 (-118) | Royals -1.5 (-102)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas City will win straight-up is 67%.

Colorado vs Kansas City Stats

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies recently ended an eight-game losing streak by defeating the Washington Nationals. They are currently on a 10-game road losing streak but hope to turn things around with a win against the Kansas City Royals. The team is struggling offensively, ranking in the bottom five in runs scored, batting average, on base percentage, and slugging percentage in the league. Kyle Farmer leads the team in batting average and Brenton Doyle leads in home runs and RBI. Defensively, the Rockies are giving up the most runs per game in the league, with opponents having a high batting average against them. In their last game, pitcher Feltner struggled, giving up five hits and five runs in a loss to the Dodgers. As of now, the team is ranked 27th in offense and 30th in defense, with a record of 4-17 this season.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

The Kansas City Royals ended their six-game losing streak with a victory over Detroit in their series finale. They aim to maintain their momentum and secure their second consecutive win in their upcoming game on Tuesday. The team currently ranks 30th in the league for offense, averaging 2.91 runs per game, with a batting average of .210 and an on-base percentage of .278. Bobby Witt Jr. leads the team with a .307 batting average, while Salvador Perez has hit two home runs and Vinnie Pasquantino has 14 RBI. Defensively, the Royals are giving up 3.96 runs per game, ranking 10th in the league, with opponents hitting .240 against them. Left-handed pitcher Kris Bubic recently had a 4-3 loss against New York, allowing seven hits and three runs in 5.1 innings. The team currently holds a power ranking of 25 and has a record of 9-14, with their last three matchups against Colorado resulting in a 1-2 record.

Kansas City Royals Poised for Victory Over Colorado Rockies in Upcoming Match

The Kansas City Royals have been successful in four of their last five home games, while the Colorado Rockies have experienced a losing streak of 10 consecutive road games. With Kansas City's strong offensive performances at home and Colorado's pitcher Feltner's recent struggles on the road, the Royals are likely to have an advantage in the upcoming match. Additionally, Colorado's weak bullpen on the road may further hinder their ability to compete effectively against the Royals. On the other hand, Colorado's offensive capabilities may be limited due to their road struggles, particularly against left-handed pitchers like Bubic, who has demonstrated solid performances at home. Considering these factors, it is recommended to consider placing a bet on the Kansas City Royals to win the upcoming game.

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