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OAK | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 8.5 |
KC | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | -161 |
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Royals Favored Against Athletics in Crucial Matchup, Severino vs Wacha on the Mound
The Oakland Athletics will face off against the Kansas City Royals in a crucial matchup as both teams look to improve their standings. The pitching matchup features Luis Severino for the Athletics and Michael Wacha for the Royals. Kansas City is favored to win with a current line of -158. The game is scheduled to start at 8:10 PM EST. Stay tuned for more insights on this game and consider using our top picks to maximize your earnings.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Athletics +142 | Royals -158
- Spread: Athletics +1.5 (-150) | Royals -1.5 (+130)
- Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas City will win straight-up is 61%.
Oakland vs Kansas City Stats

Oakland Athletics
Despite starting the season strong, the Sacramento A's have experienced a significant decline and are currently at the bottom of the AL West Division. They are coming off a sweep by the Angels and will be looking to turn their luck around in a three-game series against the Royals. Veteran pitcher Luis Severino will be taking the mound for the opener, hoping to improve upon his 1-6 record this season. The A's have faced multiple key injuries, contributing to their struggles on both offense and defense. With a power ranking of 29, the A's will need to improve their performance in order to climb out of their current position in the standings.
Kansas City Royals Analysis
The Kansas City Royals have the potential to make another trip to the American League Playoffs with excellent starting pitching, star player Bobby Witt Jr., and a strong supporting cast. However, the team has been struggling in 2025, with Witt Jr. not performing at his best and bullpen issues affecting the team's performance. The Royals recently lost four of their last five games, including a defeat to the Yankees. The team is looking to turn things around in their upcoming series against the Sacramento Athletics. Key players like Michael Wacha will be crucial in helping the Royals improve their record. Despite injuries to several players, the team continues to strive for success as they work to improve their power ranking and offensive performance.
Royals Face Tough Competition in AL Central, Must Elevate Performance for Success
In order to remain competitive within the AL Central Division which is currently experiencing heightened competition, the Royals must elevate their performance. In the previous season, the team demonstrated an impressive performance post All-Star Break, narrowly missing out on clinching the division title but securing an AL Wildcard spot instead. The upcoming game will see the experienced Wacha leading the team, boasting an impressive ERA of under 2.00 in seven home starts. Conversely, Severino has displayed strong away game performances, albeit being supported by the weakest bullpen in baseball, with an alarming ERA exceeding six. It is anticipated that the game will be closely contested until the later innings, where the Royals' bullpen is expected to surpass that of the A's, ultimately leading to a favorable outcome. Therefore, a recommended course of action would be to take the Royals with the money line.
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