Cincinnati Reds vs Kansas City Royals MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 29, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 29, 2025 ,

MLB Cincinnati Reds vs Kansas City Royals Prediction 5/28

On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds will play against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The game is set to begin at 7:40 PM under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting game as these two teams meet on the field.

Reds vs. Royals Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Royals MoneyLine: +101. The Royals have a slightly better record and strong home performance, making them a good value at +101.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-113). Both starting pitchers have low ERAs, suggesting a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Cincinnati Reds and Kansas City Royals both have balanced home and road records this season, with the Reds at 14-14 and the Royals at 17-11 at home.
  • In their recent game on May 27, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds won against the Kansas City Royals with a score of 7-2, hitting 3 home runs.
  • Elly De La Cruz from the Cincinnati Reds hit 2 home runs in the game against the Kansas City Royals on May 27, 2025.
  • The Kansas City Royals have a better division record at 11-10 compared to the Cincinnati Reds’ 8-9.
  • Brady Singer of the Cincinnati Reds pitched 7 innings with 3 strikeouts and allowed 2 runs in the game on May 27, 2025, against the Kansas City Royals.

Reds vs Royals Preview

On May 28, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds will take on the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The game starts at 7:40 PM. Under the lights, fans will watch as Hunter Greene takes the mound for the Reds. Greene has an ERA of 2.54 and a WHIP of 0.85, showing his skill this season.

On the other side, the Royals will rely on Noah Cameron. Cameron has been impressive with an ERA of 0.93 and a WHIP of 0.67. Both pitchers have been effective, making this game an interesting one. As these teams meet, the focus will be on how the pitchers perform against each lineup.

Kansas City Royals: Home Team Overview

The Kansas City Royals are showing strong performances from key players this season. Bobby Witt Jr. stands out with a batting average of .289 and 5 home runs. He leads the team and the league in runs with 29 and holds second place in RBIs with 28. Maikel Garcia contributes with a .308 batting average and matches Witt Jr. in home runs with 5. He ranks second in runs with 21 and fourth in RBIs with 25. Vinnie Pasquantino leads the team in home runs with 8 and RBIs with 30, adding depth to the Royals’ lineup. The Royals’ pitching staff is performing well, led by Noah Cameron. He boasts an ERA of 0.93 and a WHIP of 0.67. Overall, the team’s ERA is 3.17, ranking second in the league, while their batting average against is .235, placing them seventh.

Cincinnati Reds: Away Team Overview

The Cincinnati Reds have a solid lineup this season. Elly De La Cruz is a key player, leading the league in home runs with 11. He also tops the league in runs and RBIs, with 41 and 40, respectively. Matt McLain is another important player for the Reds. He has hit 6 home runs and scored 24 runs. His batting average is .183, but he still ranks second on the team in home runs and runs. Spencer Steer adds depth to the Reds’ lineup. He has a batting average of .220 and has hit 4 home runs. Steer has also contributed 23 runs and 15 RBIs this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Royals have a slight edge with a better overall record and a strong home performance. Their 17-11 home record shows they play well at home, which supports the MoneyLine pick at +101. The Royals’ pitching has been solid, with a team ERA of 3.17, which is second in the league.

The Under 7.5 pick is supported by both starting pitchers having low ERAs. Noah Cameron’s ERA is 0.93, and Hunter Greene’s is 2.54, suggesting limited scoring opportunities. Both teams have shown strong pitching stats, making a low-scoring game likely.

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

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