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Tigers vs Royals: Detroit looks to extend winning streak in second game of series against Kansas City

The Detroit Tigers are facing off against the Kansas City Royals in the second game of a three-game series at Kauffman Stadium. After securing a road win in the first game, the Tigers are sending Casey Mize to the mound, while the Royals have Cole Ragans starting. Mize has an ERA of 4.56, while Ragans has an ERA of 3.38. The Royals are currently favored to win with the opening line at -162, now at -158. The Tigers are fourth in the AL Central with a 78-73 record, while the Royals are second with an 82-69 record.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers +139 | Royals -158
• Spread: Tigers +1.5 (-153) | Royals -1.5 (+133)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas City will win straight-up is 61%.

Detroit vs Kansas City Stats

Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers secured a crucial 7-6 road win over the Kansas City Royals, boosting their fight for a spot in the AL Wild Card. The lineup performed well, with Colt Keith hitting a home run and Zach McKinstry stealing a base. Detroit capitalized on hitting with runners in scoring position, going 4-of-13 with 10 men left on base. Despite Reese Olson's struggles, the team managed to come out on top. Right-hander Casey Mize, with a 2-6 record and a 4.47 ERA, is set to pitch next. Detroit is currently ranked 18th in offense, 6th in defense, and holds a 78-73 record this season, with a power ranking of 2.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

The Kansas City Royals are striving to secure victories in order to enhance their position in the AL Central, despite suffering a 7-6 loss to the Detroit Tigers. Bobby Witt Jr. delivered an impressive performance with a grand slam and a stolen base, contributing to the team's strong offensive showing. Pitcher Seth Lugo faced challenges during his 4.2 innings on the mound, allowing four runs. Left-hander Cole Ragans is set to start the next game for the Royals, boasting a 3.32 ERA and an impressive record of 11-9 with 211 strikeouts. The team currently holds a power ranking of 18 and ranks 10th in offense and 7th in defense. In their recent matchups, Detroit won 1 out of 3 games against Kansas City.

Casey Mize and Cole Ragans stats favor the Royals for upcoming game

In recent starts, Casey Mize has posted a 1-2 record with a 4.04 ERA and 1.21 WHIP in 35.2 innings, while Cole Ragans has a 3-2 record with a 3.20 ERA and 1.09 WHIP in 39.1 innings. The Tigers are currently tied for 16th place with nine stolen bases in September, alongside the Orioles, Red Sox, and Angels. In comparison, the Royals rank seventh in the league with 15 stolen bases this month. Based on these statistics, the Kansas City Royals are the recommended choice for securing a victory in this upcoming game.

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