The Kansas City Royals will face the Baltimore Orioles on Oct 1. The game is scheduled for 4:08 PM at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD. The game will air on ESPN2. Kansas City enters with a money line of +130, while Baltimore is at -152. The weather forecast predicts light rain with a high of 64°F.
Royals vs. Orioles Wild Card pregame odds for Oct. 1
The Orioles are favored over the Royals in the upcoming MLB game. The moneyline for the Orioles ranges from -152 to -155 across Massachusetts sportsbooks, indicating a strong likelihood of an Orioles win. The over/under for the game is generally set at 6.5 runs, suggesting a low-scoring game. Bettors can also consider the run line where the Orioles are favored by -1.5 runs.
- DraftKings: Royals +130, over/under 6.5
- FanDuel: Royals +128, over/under 6.5
- Caesars: Royals +130, over/under 6.5
- BetMGM: Royals +130, over/under 7.0
MLB odds are subject to change for Royals vs Orioles
Royals vs. Orioles projected starting lineups today
Royals starting lineup
- DH Tommy Pham (R)
- SS Bobby Witt Jr. (R)
- 1B Vinnie Pasquantino (L)
- C Salvador Perez (R)
- 2B Michael Massey (L)
- RF Hunter Renfroe (R)
- LF MJ Melendez (L)
- 3B Paul DeJong (R)
- CF Kyle Isbel (L)
Orioles starting lineup
- CF Austin Slater (R)
- C Adley Rutschman (S)
- SS Gunnar Henderson (L)
- RF Anthony Santander (S)
- 1B Ryan Mountcastle (R)
- DH Ryan O’Hearn (L)
- LF Colton Cowser (L)
- 3B Emmanuel Rivera (R)
- 2B Jackson Holliday (L)
Projected lineups and injuries are Sportsdata.io
Royals vs. Orioles probable starters for Tuesday’s Wild Card matchup
| Starters | W-L | ERA | WHIP | K% | BB% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (KC) Cole Ragans (L) | 11-9 | 3.14 | 1.14 | 28.4 | 8.5 |
| (BAL)Corbin Burnes (R) | 15-9 | 2.92 | 1.10 | 21.5 | 5.7 |
Royals vs. Orioles Injuries for Tuesday
Royals
- Will Smith (RP) – Out, back spasms, 15-day IL, expected return in October.
- Chris Stratton (RP) – Out, right forearm flexor strain, 15-day IL.
- Michael Lorenzen (SP) – Questionable, lower body fatigue, uncertain for next start.
- Hunter Harvey (RP) – Out, mid-back tightness, 15-day IL, out for season.
- Josh Taylor (RP) – Out, left biceps nerve injury, 60-day IL, expected return in October.
Orioles
- Burch Smith (RP) – Out, right groin strain, 15-day IL.
- Jorge Mateo (2B) – Out, left elbow surgery, 60-day IL, out for season.
- Tyler Wells (SP) – Out, right elbow UCL surgery, 60-day IL, out for season.
- John Means (SP) – Out, elbow surgery, 60-day IL, out for season.
- Kyle Bradish (SP) – Out, Tommy John surgery, 60-day IL, out for season.
Team standings & stats for today’s Wild Card game
Kansas City Royals team stats
The Kansas City Royals are 2nd in the AL Central with an 86-76 record. They are 4-6 in their last ten games, having won their most recent matchup against the Braves. In the previous game, the Royals scored 4 runs on 5 hits, with a batting average of 0.167 and 7 pitching strikeouts. Their season stats include:
- Runs per game: 4.5
- Team average: 0.248
- Team home runs: 170
- Team Stolen bases: 134
- Team ERA: 3.75
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1339
Baltimore Orioles team stats
The Baltimore Orioles are 2nd in the AL East with a 91-71 record. They are 7-3 in their last ten games, with a three-game winning streak. In their latest game, the Orioles scored 6 runs on 9 hits, achieving a batting average of 0.25 and 8 pitching strikeouts. Their season stats include:
- Runs per game: 4.9
- Team average: 0.25
- Team home runs: 235
- Team Stolen bases: 98
- Team ERA: 3.94
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1380
Player Stats for Royals vs. Orioles
Michael Massey and James McCann are key players for the Royals and Orioles. Their recent performances and season stats highlight their potential impact in today’s MLB game. The Kansas City Royals are hoping to have Vinnie Pasquantino back for the wild-card series against the Orioles, which could be crucial for their betting odds.
Royals Leaders Ahead of Tonight’s Game
Bobby Witt Jr. leads the Royals in several categories, showcasing his offensive prowess. His performance, along with contributions from Maikel Garcia, will be vital for Kansas City’s success.
- AVG Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. .332
- HR Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. 32
- RBI Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. 109
- Runs Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. 125
- SB Leader: Maikel Garcia 37
Orioles Leaders Ahead of Tonight’s Game
Gunnar Henderson and Anthony Santander are pivotal for the Orioles, leading in batting average and home runs, respectively. Cedric Mullins’ speed on the bases is also a key factor for Baltimore.
- AVG Leader: Gunnar Henderson .281
- HR Leader: Anthony Santander 44
- RBI Leader: Anthony Santander 102
- Runs Leader: Gunnar Henderson 118
- SB Leader: Cedric Mullins 32
