Kansas City Royals vs Houston Astros MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 12, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 12, 2025 ,

MLB Kansas City Royals vs Houston Astros Prediction 5/12

The Kansas City Royals will play against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. This game is set for Monday, May 12, 2025, at 8:10 PM. Fans can enjoy this night game under the lights.

Royals vs. Astros Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Royals MoneyLine: -104. The Royals have a strong home record and a solid pitching staff, which could give them an edge in this game.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-119). Both teams have strong pitching, and the Royals have a low team ERA, suggesting a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Kansas City Royals have a strong home record of 16-7 this season.
  • Houston Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco struck out 11 batters in a recent game against the Cincinnati Reds.
  • Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Lorenzen pitched 7 scoreless innings against the Boston Red Sox.
  • The Houston Astros have a division record of 3-3 this season.
  • Kansas City Royals hitter Bobby Witt Jr. had a 4-hit game against the Chicago White Sox.

Royals vs Astros Preview

The Kansas City Royals are set to take on the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. The game is scheduled for Monday, May 12, 2025, at 8:10 PM. The Royals will rely on Michael Wacha as their starting pitcher. Wacha has started in eight games this season with a record of 2-4 and an ERA of 2.98. He has pitched 45 1/3 innings, striking out 34 batters.

On the other side, the Astros will have Ryan Gusto on the mound. Gusto has appeared in nine games, starting in four of them. He holds a 3-1 record and an ERA of 2.93 over 27 2/3 innings. With a K/9 rate of 9.43, Gusto has struck out 29 batters this season. Fans can expect a competitive game as these teams meet under the lights.

Astros’ Key Players and Stats

Jeremy Peña leads the Houston Astros with his performance this season. He has played 39 games with a batting average of .287. Peña also ranks first in the league and team for home runs and runs. Isaac Paredes is another important player for the Astros. He has a batting average of .264 over 38 games. Paredes is second on the team for home runs and runs. Christian Walker adds depth to the Astros’ lineup. In 38 games, he has a batting average of .225. Walker ranks second on the team for home runs and runs.

Kansas City Royals: Top Performers and Pitching Insights

Bobby Witt Jr. is a standout player for the Kansas City Royals. He has played 42 games with a batting average of .315. Witt leads the team in runs and ranks second in the league for home runs and RBI. Maikel Garcia is another key player for the Royals. Over 41 games, Garcia has a batting average of .306. He ranks third on the team for home runs and runs, providing solid support in the lineup. Vinnie Pasquantino adds power to the Royals’ offense. He has played 41 games with a batting average of .217. Pasquantino leads the team in home runs and RBI, helping drive in runs for Kansas City.

Final Betting Pick

The Royals’ MoneyLine at -104 is a solid pick due to their strong home record of 16-7. Their pitching staff, led by Michael Wacha with a 2.98 ERA, adds confidence to this choice. The Royals’ ability to perform well at home gives them an edge against the Astros.

The Under 8.5 is a good choice because both teams have strong pitching. The Royals have a low team ERA of 2.99, which ranks second in the league. With both teams’ pitching strengths, a lower-scoring game is likely.

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

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