Kansas City Royals vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Picks & Predictions
The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays will begin a three-game series in Toronto on Monday night. The Royals have not announced a starting pitcher yet due to recent
Game outlook
The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays will begin a three-game series in Toronto on Monday night. The Royals have not announced a starting pitcher yet due to recent injuries, potentially leading to a bullpen game. The Blue Jays will start rookie righty Yariel Rodriguez. The game is set for 7:07 PM EST with Toronto favored to win.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Royals +130 | Blue Jays -150
Spread: Royals +1.5 (-161) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+140)
Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 60%.
Kansas City Royals
The Kansas City Royals are heading into Toronto hoping to extend their recent success against the Blue Jays, despite a setback in their series against the Tigers on Sunday. The team's starting pitcher Michael Wacha struggled in the loss, but the pitching staff as a whole has been strong this season with a team ERA of 3.14. With key injuries to several players, the Royals are considering their options for Monday's starting pitcher, including potentially utilizing Daniel Lynch IV or employing a bullpen game. Overall, Kansas City has been performing well this season with a power ranking of 4, ranking 10th in offense and first in defense, while holding a record of 69-93. For more insights on the MLB season, check out our Free MLB Picks for potential opportunities to cash in.