Kansas City Royals vs
Arizona DiamondbacksPredictions & Preview

Diamondbacks Favored to Win Against Royals in Second Game of Series featuring Wacha vs. Nelson

The Kansas City Royals will face off against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the second game of their three-game series. Michael Wacha will start for the Royals, while Ryne Nelson will take the mound for the Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks have a slight edge in the betting odds as the favorite to win. Can Nelson secure his fifth win of the season for Arizona? Stay tuned for the outcome of the Royals vs. Diamondbacks matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Royals +118 | Diamondbacks -135
• Spread: Royals +1.5 (-175) | Diamondbacks -1.5 (+150)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 57%.

Kansas City vs Arizona Stats

Kansas City Royals

In this content, it is highlighted that pitcher Michael Wacha will be starting for the Kansas City Royals in an upcoming game. Wacha has been struggling recently, with a 5.40 ERA this month and poor career numbers against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Royals overall are having a disappointing season, with a recent slump at the plate resulting in dropped series. On a positive note, third baseman Maikel Garcia is having a standout season, hitting .305 with 39 RBIs and an .833 OPS. The Royals have a strong pitching staff, with a 3.48 ERA ranking them fourth in the league. Despite their struggles, they have a record of 41-47 and are currently ranked 30th in offense, and 3rd in defense.

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

Ryne Nelson will be the starting pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday afternoon. He has been performing well, with a 3.61 ERA and a 1.02 WHIP in his previous outings. The Diamondbacks are currently 3.5 games out of the wildcard standings and have a potent offense but inconsistent pitching staff. Despite missing Corbin Carroll due to injury, players like Geraldo Perdomo and Ketel Marte continue to excel at the plate. The team is averaging 5.18 runs per game, ranking them third in the league, but their pitching staff has a 4.73 ERA, placing them 25th. Against the Kansas City Royals, the Diamondbacks will look to improve their 43-44 overall record.

Arizona Diamondbacks Look to Extend Playoff Push Against Struggling Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals have been facing challenges this season, dropping three of their last four series and ranking near the bottom in offensive categories. On the other hand, the Arizona Diamondbacks have established themselves as one of the top offensive teams in Major League Baseball. With only a 3.5-game gap for a wildcard spot, the Diamondbacks view their upcoming series against the Royals as crucial for their playoff hopes.

In particular, Royals pitcher Michael Wacha has struggled in previous matchups against the Diamondbacks, posting a 4.70 ERA in nine meetings. Conversely, Diamondbacks pitcher Ryne Nelson has been consistent, allowing two or fewer runs in four of his last five starts, leading his team to victory in each of his last four outings.

Sources: [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] [ 5 ]