The Kansas City Royals will play against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Thursday, April 17, 2025. The game will start at 6:40 PM and will be held at night. Fans can look forward to an exciting evening of baseball action.

Royals vs. Tigers Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Royals MoneyLine: 125. The Royals offer a better value with their moneyline odds. They have a strong home record and a solid pitching performance this season.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-111). Both teams have shown strong pitching, and the Royals’ offense has struggled, suggesting a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Kansas City Royals have a home record of 6-4 this season.
• The Detroit Tigers have a strong division record of 5-1.
• Kris Bubic of the Royals pitched 5 1/3 innings against the Yankees, allowing 3 runs and striking out 6.
• Spencer Torkelson hit a home run for the Tigers in their game against the Brewers on April 16th, 2025.
• Tarik Skubal of the Tigers had 9 strikeouts in 7 innings against the Brewers on April 14th, 2025.

Royals vs Tigers Preview

The Kansas City Royals are set to take on the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. The game will begin at 6:40 PM on April 17, 2025. Royals fans will watch Michael Lorenzen take the mound. Lorenzen has pitched 17 innings this season, with a 3.71 ERA. In his last game against the Cleveland Guardians, he pitched 5 2/3 innings and allowed 3 runs.

Reese Olson will pitch for the Tigers. Olson has a 6.00 ERA over 15 innings this season. In his recent outing against the Minnesota Twins, he allowed 4 runs in 4 1/3 innings. Both pitchers will aim to improve their stats in this game. Fans will be eager to see how these pitchers perform under the lights.

Detroit Tigers: Key Players and Recent Performances

Spencer Torkelson is leading the Tigers with a batting average of .273. He has hit 6 home runs, which ranks first in the league. His 14 runs and 13 RBIs also place him at the top. Kerry Carpenter is another strong hitter for the Tigers. His batting average stands at .268 with 5 home runs. Carpenter has contributed 8 runs and 10 RBIs, ranking him second on the team. Zach McKinstry is performing well with a .269 batting average. He has scored 10 runs and has 8 RBIs. McKinstry’s on-base percentage is .381, showing his ability to get on base.

Kansas City Royals: Key Players and Game Insights

Bobby Witt Jr. is a standout player for the Royals. He holds a .310 batting average and leads the team with 12 runs. Witt Jr. also has 8 RBIs and 2 home runs, making him a key player to watch. Vinnie Pasquantino plays first base for the Royals. His batting average is .200, but he leads the team with 11 RBIs. Pasquantino also has 2 home runs, adding to his offensive contributions. Maikel Garcia is another important player for the Royals. He has a .267 batting average and has scored 7 runs. Garcia’s 9 RBIs and 2 home runs highlight his role in the lineup.

Final Betting Pick

The Royals’ moneyline at 125 looks appealing due to their solid home record. They are 6-4 at home, showing they perform well in their own ballpark. Michael Lorenzen’s recent pitching has been reliable, with a 3.71 ERA over 17 innings this season, adding confidence to their chances.

Choosing the under 8.0 runs seems reasonable with both teams’ strong pitching stats. The Royals have a 3.33 ERA, ranking 4th in the league, while the Tigers hold a 3.51 ERA, ranking 9th. The Royals’ offense has struggled, with a .206 batting average, which supports the idea of a low-scoring game.

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

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