Kansas City Royals vs Minnesota Twins MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 23, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 23, 2025 ,

MLB Kansas City Royals vs Minnesota Twins Prediction 5/23

The Kansas City Royals will play against the Minnesota Twins on Friday, May 23, 2025. The game will take place at Target Field. It will start at 8:10 PM and is a night game.

Royals vs. Twins Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Royals MoneyLine 138. The Royals have a slightly better record and a strong home performance. Their pitcher, Noah Cameron, has a low ERA of 0.71, which could give them an edge.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-110). Both teams have strong pitching stats with low ERAs, suggesting a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Kansas City Royals have a home record of 17-9 this season.
  • The Minnesota Twins have a road record of 11-15 this season.
  • On May 21, 2025, the Kansas City Royals defeated the San Francisco Giants 8-4 in a spring training game.
  • On May 17, 2025, the Minnesota Twins won 7-0 against the Milwaukee Brewers, with 18 hits and 2 home runs.
  • The Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins are both 5 games back in the AL Central.

Royals vs Twins Preview

The Kansas City Royals visit the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on Friday night. The Royals will rely on Noah Cameron, a left-handed pitcher with an impressive start to the season. Cameron has pitched 12 2/3 innings with a record of 1-1 and an ERA of .71. He aims to continue his strong performance against the Twins.

On the mound for the Twins is right-handed pitcher Pablo López. López has started 8 games this season with a 4-2 record and an ERA of 2.40. He has struck out 49 batters over 45 innings. Both teams will look to their starting pitchers to set the tone for the game.

Twins Aim for Consistency with Key Players

The Minnesota Twins are looking to maintain their momentum this season. Byron Buxton has been a standout, leading the team in home runs, runs, and RBIs. However, he is currently on the injured list due to a concussion. Trevor Larnach has stepped up in Buxton’s absence. He ranks second on the team in home runs and runs. His contributions are vital as the team navigates the season without Buxton. Ty France is another key player for the Twins. He has driven in 24 runs, ranking second on the team. France’s consistency at first base provides stability for the lineup.

Royals Ready with Strong Lineup and Pitching

The Kansas City Royals have a solid lineup this season. Bobby Witt Jr. leads the team with a .305 batting average. He also has the most runs on the team with 29. His play at shortstop is important for the Royals. Maikel Garcia is another key player for Kansas City. He has a .315 batting average, which is the highest on the team. Garcia also has contributed 22 RBIs, adding depth to the lineup. Vinnie Pasquantino stands out with his power. He leads the team with 8 home runs and 29 RBIs. Pasquantino’s performance at first base is crucial for the Royals’ offense.

Final Betting Pick

The Royals have a slight edge with their better record and strong home performance. Noah Cameron’s low ERA of 0.71 could make a difference in this game. The Royals also have key hitters like Bobby Witt Jr. and Maikel Garcia, who have been consistent this season.

The prediction for the game to go under 7.5 runs is based on both teams’ strong pitching stats. The Royals have a team ERA of 3.03, while the Twins have a 3.28 ERA. With both teams’ pitchers performing well, a low-scoring game is likely.

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

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