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Kansas City Royals Favored to Win Against Arizona Diamondbacks in Interleague Series Finale

The Kansas City Royals and Arizona Diamondbacks will conclude their three game series of interleague play on Sunday afternoon. The Royals won the first game of the series on Friday with a score of 9-3. This will be the only time these teams meet this season. Michael Lorenzen (4.95 ERA) will start for the Royals, while Anthony DeSclafani (4.82 ERA) will start for the Diamondbacks. The first pitch is set for 4:10 EST. Arizona is the betting favorite to win the game with a -132 opening line that has not moved. Stay tuned for our Royals vs. Diamondbacks prediction and follow along for more winning updates.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Royals +118 | Diamondbacks -132
• Spread: Royals +1.5 (-174) | Diamondbacks -1.5 (+150)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 57%.

Kansas City vs Arizona Stats

Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals opened their recent series with a strong 9-3 win, scoring six runs in the first two innings. They are currently in third place in the AL Central, closely trailing the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Guardians. Vinnie Pasquantino had a standout performance in the game, hitting two home runs and accumulating six RBIs. Bobby Witt Jr. leads the team in hits and has a .293 batting average with 11 home runs and 47 RBIs. Salvador Perez also contributed with an RBI while playing as a designated hitter. Michael Lorenzen will make his 18th start of the season with a 4-8 record and a 4.95 ERA. The team is currently ranked 30th in offense, third in defense, and has a record of 42-47 this season.

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

The Arizona Diamondbacks are facing a tough challenge with a three-game losing streak heading into Saturday's game. They currently sit in fourth place in the NL West, trailing the Dodgers by 12.5 games. Despite scoring two runs in the first inning of their last game, they fell 9-3 to the Royals. Eugenio Suarez continues to have a strong season with impressive stats, although he missed out on starting in the All-Star Game. Ketel Marte will represent the Diamondbacks in the All-Star Game at second base. Corbin Carroll is sidelined with a wrist injury. Anthony DeSclafani will be starting the upcoming game after making appearances out of the bullpen. The Diamondbacks have a power ranking of 4, ranking third in offense and 27th in defense. The Kansas City Royals recently won two out of three matchups against Arizona.

Arizona Royals Poised for Victory against DeSclafani and the Inexperienced Giants

The Arizona Royals demonstrated a strong offensive performance in their recent game, which suggests they will continue their momentum. They are facing the 35-year-old DeSclafani, who is making his first start of the season and has limited experience on the mound this year. His previous outings have been inconsistent, as evidenced by giving up two home runs in just two innings against the Blue Jays. In contrast, the Royals are fielding a consistent starter in Lorenzen, who has been a reliable part of their rotation all season. With key players like Witt, Pasquantino, and Perez healthy and in form, the Royals have a strong lineup. Arizona, on the other hand, is still grappling with injuries, including Carroll's wrist injury. Given these factors, the Royals are likely to emerge victorious in this matchup. It is advisable to place your bet on the Royals for the win.

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