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Royals Favored to Win Against Twins as Cole Ragans Set to Pitch in Crucial Divisional Matchup at Kauffman Stadium

The Minnesota Twins are set to face off against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium, with Zebby Matthews expected to pitch for the Twins and Cole Ragans for the Royals. The game is scheduled to start at 7:40 PM EST. Despite Matthews' higher ERA of 7.41 compared to Ragans' 3.51, Kansas City is favored to win with a current line of -134.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Twins +122 | Royals -134
• Spread: Twins +1.5 (-175) | Royals -1.5 (+155)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Kansas City will win straight-up is 57%.

Minnesota vs Kansas City Stats

Minnesota Twins

The Minnesota Twins have had a mixed season so far, with Zebby Matthews expected to pitch in an upcoming game. Matthews' recent performance was less than stellar, but the team's offense has been strong, ranking in the top 10 in multiple categories. The Twins' pitching staff has been decent, with a middle-of-the-pack performance in various statistics. Currently sitting in second place in the AL Central and holding a wild-card spot, Minnesota is aiming for a strong finish to potentially win the division. With a power ranking of 19, the Twins boast a solid offense, average defense, and a 76-64 record for the season.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

In their previous game, the Kansas City Royals were a -130 favorite and defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-1. Seth Lugo pitched seven strong innings, allowing just one earned run, while Tommy Pham hit a crucial three-run home run. Cole Ragans is expected to take the mound for the Royals next, coming off a tough loss where he gave up five earned runs in five innings. Overall, the Royals' offense has been strong, ranking in the top 10 in several categories, while their pitching staff also ranks well in the league. Currently holding a wild card spot, Kansas City is looking to overtake the division lead from Cleveland with a strong end to the season. The Royals have a power ranking of 17 and are ranked #11 for offense and #8 for defense, with a record of 76-65. Minnesota recently went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Kansas City.

Cole Ragans to Start on the Mound for Royals in Crucial Divisional Matchup; Team's Stellar Offense Boosts Winning Chances

Cole Ragans is slated to take the mound as the starting pitcher for the Kansas City Royals in their upcoming game. Throughout the season, Ragans has displayed impressive statistics with a 10-9 record, 3.46 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and a notable 197/56 K/BB ratio over the course of 26 starts. Opposing batters have struggled against Ragans, hitting just .207 against him this season. Against the Twins, Ragans has maintained a strong 2.50 ERA in three outings. In addition to Ragans' performance, the Royals have excelled offensively this season, ranking in the top 10 in several key categories including runs, hits, RBI, strikeouts, stolen bases, batting average, and SLG. With Ragans on the mound and the team's strong offensive capabilities, the Royals are well-positioned to emerge victorious in this crucial divisional matchup. Betting on Kansas City to win on the money line is recommended.

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