Saturday evening on the MLB diamond and we have a Boston vs Kansas City Prediction ready to roll. The Red Sox are 20-20 on the year, while the surprising Royals come in at 24-16. Kansas City won game one by a score of 2-1 in 12 innings. Read on to see our Red Sox vs Royals prediction.
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Red Sox Fall To .500
The Boston Red Sox enter this matchup with a 20–20 record, placing them second in the AL East. Their offense is spearheaded by Alex Bregman, who boasts a .316 batting average, 9 home runs, and 30 RBIs. Wilyer Abreu has also been a key contributor, hitting .273 with 9 home runs and 25 RBIs. However, the team has struggled with consistency, particularly in the latter innings of games. Over the last 20 games, their OPS drops from .908 in the first three innings to .673 in subsequent innings, and in high-leverage situations, it plummets to .637 with a .195 batting average.
On the mound, Garrett Crochet has been a standout performer. In his first season as a full-time starter, he has compiled a 3–2 record with a 2.02 ERA and 56 strikeouts over 49 innings. Notably, he continued to pitch effectively after taking a line drive off his nose in a recent game, demonstrating his toughness and commitment to the team.
The bullpen has been a bright spot for Boston, with relievers like Garrett Whitlock and Justin Slaten posting impressive ERA+ numbers over 135. The addition of veteran reliever Liam Hendriks is expected to further bolster the unit. However, the team is still awaiting the return of key starters like Brayan Bello and Lucas Giolito, which would provide much-needed depth to the rotation.
Royals Looking For 8 In A Row
The Kansas City Royals are on a remarkable run, having won seven consecutive games and 14 of their last 16, bringing their record to 24–16. They currently sit third in the AL Central, just 1.5 games behind the division-leading Tigers. Their recent success is largely attributed to their dominant pitching staff, which has allowed only 17 runs over the last 11 games.
Offensively, the Royals are led by Bobby Witt Jr. and Maikel Garcia. Witt Jr. has a .318 batting average with 5 home runs and 23 RBIs, while Garcia is hitting .316 with 4 home runs and 17 RBIs. However, the team has struggled with consistency, relying heavily on these standout performers. Hunter Renfroe, for instance, remains homerless this season.
Starting pitcher Cole Ragans has a 2–1 record with a 3.79 ERA and 57 strikeouts. His performance will be crucial in maintaining the Royals' winning momentum. The team will look to capitalize on their recent success and continue climbing the standings in the AL Central.
Best Bets for Boston Red Sox vs. Kansas City Royals
Full-Game Side Bet
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With Garrett Crochet taking the mound, the Red Sox have a legitimate edge in Saturday’s contest. Crochet has been electric in his first full season as a starter, boasting a 2.02 ERA and 56 strikeouts across 49 innings. He’s allowed just one earned run in his last three starts and has shown the poise of a veteran, even staying in the game after taking a comebacker to the face. His dominant fastball-slider combination has overwhelmed hitters, and against a Kansas City lineup that relies heavily on just a couple of bats—namely Bobby Witt Jr. and Maikel Garcia—Crochet’s stuff should play well, especially in the pitcher-friendly environment of Kauffman Stadium.
While Kansas City is riding a hot streak, winning seven straight and allowing just 17 runs over their last 11 games, they haven’t faced a left-hander as effective as Crochet during that span. Cole Ragans has been solid for the Royals, but his 3.79 ERA comes with some recent volatility, and Boston’s right-handed hitters like Bregman and Abreu match up well against him. The Red Sox have also been strong in early innings, where Ragans has occasionally struggled. If Boston can jump out early, Crochet and the bullpen—backed by Whitlock and Slaten—should be able to shut the door. Laying the modest -118 with the more complete team and superior starter offers strong value in this spot.
Full-Game Total Pick
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Saturday's matchup between the Boston Red Sox and Kansas City Royals is set to be a pitchers' duel, making the under 7.5 runs a compelling play. Boston's Garrett Crochet has been outstanding this season, posting a 2.02 ERA and 56 strikeouts over 49 innings, demonstrating his ability to dominate opposing lineups. Kansas City's Cole Ragans has also been impressive, with a 3.79 ERA and 57 strikeouts, and he has a history of success against the Red Sox, boasting a 1.35 ERA in three career starts against them. Additionally, the Royals' recent home games have been low-scoring affairs, with the under hitting in 13 of their last 16 games at Kauffman Stadium, which has averaged just 5.56 runs per game. Given the strong performances of both starting pitchers and the recent trend of low-scoring games at Kauffman, the under 7.5 runs is a solid bet for this contest.
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