The New York Yankees are scheduled to play against the Kansas City Royals at 8:10 p.m. ET today at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City. The game, airing on YES, features Yankees moneyline odds at -140 and Royals odds at +119, highlighting a competitive MLB matchup. With overcast clouds forecasted and temperatures around 79 degrees, fans and bettors can anticipate a classic evening of MLB action between these American League teams.
Yankees vs. Royals pregame odds for June 11
The Yankees are favored in tonight’s MLB game against the Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The moneyline shows the Yankees as the favorites across various Massachusetts sports betting apps, indicating an expectation for a New York victory. With over/under lines ranging from 9 to 9.5, a higher-scoring game is anticipated by the oddsmakers. Here’s a closer look at the MLB betting odds:
- DraftKings: Yankees -142, over/under 9.5
- FanDuel: Yankees -138, over/under 9.5
- Caesars: Yankees -140, over/under 9.0
- BetMGM: Yankees -145, over/under 9.0
These odds highlight the Yankees as the significant favorite, with BetMGM offering the most aggressive Yankees odds. The over/under variance suggests expectations of offensive performance from both the New York Yankees and Kansas City Royals.
Odds are subject to change and may vary between sportsbooks for the Yankees vs Royals.
Yankees vs. Royals projected starting lineups for 6/11
Yankees starting lineup tonight
- SS Anthony Volpe (R)
- RF Juan Soto (L)
- CF Aaron Judge (R)
- LF Alex Verdugo (L)
- DH Giancarlo Stanton (R)
- 1B Anthony Rizzo (L)
- 2B Gleyber Torres (R)
- C Austin Wells (L)
- 3B DJ LeMahieu (R)
Royals starting lineup tonight
- 3B Maikel Garcia (R)
- SS Bobby Witt Jr. (R)
- 1B Vinnie Pasquantino (L)
- C Salvador Perez (R)
- DH Nelson Velázquez (R)
- 2B Nick Loftin (R)
- LF MJ Melendez (L)
- RF Hunter Renfroe (R)
- CF Kyle Isbel (L)
Yankees vs Royals injuries for Tuesday’s game
Yankees: Key injuries include Gerrit Cole (SP) is out with right elbow inflammation and is expected to return in June. Nick Burdi (RP) and Jon Berti (3B) are both out, with Burdi dealing with right hip inflammation and Berti with a left calf strain, expected back in late July. Lou Trivino (RP) is out recovering from Tommy John surgery.
Royals: Notable injuries are Michael Wacha (SP) with a left foot fracture, expected to return in late June, and Josh Taylor (RP) is out with a left biceps nerve injury, missing the first half of the 2024 season. Kyle Wright (SP) is out for the entire 2024 season recovering from shoulder surgery. Hunter Renfroe (RF) is doubtful with a toe injury.
Yankees vs Royals probable starters for June 11
| Starters | W-L | ERA | WHIP | K% | BB% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (NYY) Marcus Stroman (R) | 5-2 | 3.04 | 1.24 | 18.4 | 10.0 |
| (KC) Brady Singer (R) | 4-2 | 2.75 | 1.21 | 23.8 | 7.2 |
Projected lineups and injuries are pulled from Sportsdata.
New York Yankees team stats before tonight’s game
The New York Yankees lead the AL East with a strong record of 47-21, demonstrating their dominance this season. With a batting average of .255 and leading the league with 98 home runs, the Yankees odds look favorable. Their pitching staff has also been impressive, boasting an ERA of 2.91 and 585 strikeouts. In their last game against the Royals, they secured a win with 4 runs and 9 hits. Their performance in the last ten games has been solid, with an 8-2 record.
- Runs per game: 4.9
- Team average: .255
- Team home runs: 98
- Team Stolen bases: 34
- Team ERA: 2.91
- Team pitching strikeouts: 585
Kansas City Royals team stats before tonight’s game
Positioned second in the AL Central, the Kansas City Royals have a record of 39-28. The Royals’ odds in the upcoming game at Kauffman Stadium against the Yankees might be challenging, given their recent performance. They have a team batting average of .253 and have shown agility on the bases with 64 stolen bases. The pitching staff holds an ERA of 3.68 with 529 strikeouts. Their last encounter with the Yankees resulted in a loss, despite having a similar runs per game average of 4.9 in the season.
- Runs per game: 4.9
- Team average: .253
- Team home runs: 68
- Team Stolen bases: 64
- Team ERA: 3.68
- Team pitching strikeouts: 529
Player stats for Yankees vs Royals
In the upcoming face-off at Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, the spotlight shines on players like Juan Soto from the New York Yankees and Bobby Witt Jr. from the Kansas City Royals. Soto, known for his high batting average, is a key player for the Yankees, while Witt Jr. leads the Royals in multiple categories, making this match critical for MLB odds. Recent performances, such as Cole Ragans’ striking outing against the Mariners, add an extra layer of anticipation for MLB bettors and fans.
New York Yankees leaders ahead of tonight’s game
The Yankees, entering the game with favorable MLB odds, boast players like Aaron Judge and Juan Soto, who have been instrumental this season. Judge’s power-hitting capabilities and Soto’s consistency at the plate could be decisive in Kansas City.
- AVG Leader: Juan Soto .318
- HR Leader: Aaron Judge 24
- RBI Leader: Aaron Judge 59
- Runs Leader: Aaron Judge 51
- SB Leader: Anthony Volpe 12
Kansas City Royals leaders ahead of tonight’s game
The Royals, with Bobby Witt Jr. at the forefront, present a formidable challenge at home. Witt Jr.’s all-around performance this season places the Royals in a competitive position against the Yankees, influencing Royals odds in the MLB.
- AVG Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. .319
- HR Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. 11
- RBI Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. 48
- Runs Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. 56
- SB Leader: Bobby Witt Jr. 19
