Cincinnati Reds vs Kansas City Royals MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 26, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 26, 2025 ,

MLB Cincinnati Reds vs Kansas City Royals Prediction 5/26

On Monday, May 26, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds will visit the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The game is set to start at 4:10 PM and will be played under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting game between these two teams.

Reds vs. Royals Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Reds MoneyLine: 103. The Reds are the underdog, but they have strong hitting stats and a solid pitching record. Their recent games show they can compete, making them a good value pick.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-111). Both teams have solid pitching stats, with the Royals having one of the best ERAs. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Cincinnati Reds have an even home record of 14-14 this season.
  • Nick Lodolo pitched 5 innings with 6 strikeouts in a recent game against the Chicago Cubs.
  • Elly De La Cruz hit a home run in a game where the Reds won 6-4 against the Cubs.
  • The Kansas City Royals have a strong home record of 17-9 this season.
  • Kris Bubic struck out 9 batters in 7 innings in a recent game against the Minnesota Twins.

Reds vs Royals Preview

The Cincinnati Reds are set to take on the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Monday, May 26, 2025. The game will begin at 4:10 PM under the night sky. Fans will be watching closely as both teams aim to gain an edge in this matchup.

Nick Martinez will start for the Reds. He has a 2-5 record with a 3.43 ERA this season. On the mound for the Royals will be Michael Lorenzen. Lorenzen has a 3-5 record and a 3.77 ERA. Both pitchers will look to control the game early and give their teams a chance to win.

Kansas City Royals: Key Players and Stats

Bobby Witt Jr. is a standout player for the Royals. He has played 54 games with a batting average of .299. Witt Jr. leads the league with 29 runs and ranks second in RBIs with 28. Maikel Garcia also contributes to the Royals’ lineup. He has a batting average of .311 over 53 games. Garcia has 25 RBIs, placing him third in the league. Vinnie Pasquantino leads the team in home runs with eight. He has a batting average of .249 in 53 games. Pasquantino also leads the league with 30 RBIs.

Cincinnati Reds: Key Players and Stats

Elly De La Cruz is a top player for the Reds. He has played in 54 games. His batting average is .251, and he leads the league with 9 home runs. De La Cruz also ranks first in runs with 37 and RBIs with 38. TJ Friedl is another key player for the Reds. He has a batting average of .285 over 50 games. Friedl is second on the team with 30 runs and has 19 RBIs. Matt McLain has played 45 games for the Reds. He has a batting average of .184. McLain is second on the team with 6 home runs and has 17 RBIs.

Final Betting Pick

The Reds MoneyLine at 103 is appealing due to their strong hitting stats. Elly De La Cruz leads with 9 home runs and 38 RBIs, showing the Reds’ ability to score. Their recent games also show they can compete, making them a good value pick as the underdog.

The Under 8.0 (-111) is a solid choice given both teams’ pitching strengths. The Royals have a 3.03 ERA, ranking second, while the Reds have a respectable 3.81 ERA. With both teams having solid pitching, a lower-scoring game is likely.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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