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Orioles Favored to Extend Winning Streak Against Royals in Saturday Matchup: MLB Preview and Prediction

Saturday's American League slate features a matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Baltimore Orioles, with the Orioles looking to continue their recent success by securing their fourth win in five games. The Royals, on the other hand, have been playing well but struggling on the road. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:15 P.M. EST, with Kris Bubic starting for the Royals and Tomoyuki Sugano starting for the Orioles. Baltimore opens as the betting favorite at -106. Stay tuned for our prediction and other MLB picks for Saturday's action.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Royals -105 | Orioles -106
• Spread: Royals -1.5 (+143) | Orioles +1.5 (-175)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 51%.

Kansas City vs Baltimore Stats

Kansas City Royals

Kansas City currently holds a 17-16 overall record in the season, placing them in third in the American League Central division, four games behind the Tigers. Despite a 6-11 road record, the Royals have won nine of their last eleven games. In their most recent game, a 3-0 loss to the Orioles, they struggled offensively with only four hits. Pitcher Kris Bubic will start the next game with a 2-2 record and 2.25 ERA in six starts this season. The team ranks 22nd in hitting with a .234 average and has struggled with runners in scoring position, hitting just .217. In terms of power ranking, Kansas City is 23rd overall with a solid defense but a lackluster offense, averaging 3.13 points per game and allowing 3.48 points against them.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

The Baltimore Orioles currently have a record of 13-18 and sit in last place in the American League East Division, 5.5 games behind the Yankees. They have a home record of 8-7 and have won three of their last four games. In their recent victory against Kansas City, the Orioles won 3-0 with standout performances from Ryan O'Hearn and Dean Kremer. Tomoyuki Sugano will start on the mound for Baltimore in their upcoming game, boasting a 3-1 record with a 3.00 ERA in six starts. The Orioles rank 18th in offense, scoring an average of 4.00 runs per game, and 28th in defense, allowing an average of 5.63 points per game. They have a power ranking of 29 and are hitting .223 this season.

Baltimore Orioles Favored to Win Saturday Matchup Despite Low Standing

Despite their place at the bottom of the American League East Division, the Baltimore Orioles are expected to secure a victory on Saturday. Tomoyuki Sugano, with a remarkable 3.00 ERA and a 3-1 record this season, has been a key contributor to their success, as evidenced by their 3-0 record in games he has started. Despite their solid offensive performance against other American League teams, the Orioles have struggled on the road, which has impacted their overall standings. The Kansas City Royals, on the other hand, have also faced challenges in scoring, particularly in clutch situations, with a .217 batting average with runners in scoring position. This deficiency will likely contribute to their loss in Saturday's matchup. Therefore, it is advisable to consider betting on the Orioles to cover the spread in this game.

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