On Thursday, June 5, 2025, the Kansas City Royals will play against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO. The game is set for an afternoon start at 1:45 PM, with TV coverage on FDSKC. Fans can expect mild weather with a light breeze and overcast clouds. The Royals have a season record of 32-29, while the Cardinals hold a record of 33-27.

Royals vs. Cardinals Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Royals MoneyLine +112. The Royals have a strong away record and recently defeated the Cardinals 10-7. Their starting pitcher, Noah Cameron, has an impressive ERA of 1.05.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.0. Both teams showed strong hitting in their recent game, combining for 17 runs. The Cardinals have a high slugging percentage, and the Royals’ offense is performing well.

Team Trends

• The Kansas City Royals have a road record of 13-16 this season.
• The St. Louis Cardinals have a strong home record of 19-9 this season.
• In their last game against the Cardinals, the Royals won 10-7 with 13 hits and 2 home runs.
• The St. Louis Cardinals managed 12 hits and 2 home runs in their recent 7-10 loss to the Royals.
• Weather forecast for the game at Busch Stadium is mild with overcast clouds and a light breeze.

Royals vs Cardinals Preview

The Kansas City Royals and St. Louis Cardinals meet at Busch Stadium for an afternoon game on June 5, 2025. The Royals have a record of 32-29, while the Cardinals stand at 33-27. Both teams are looking to improve their standings in their respective divisions.

Noah Cameron takes the mound for the Royals, bringing an ERA of 1.05 and a WHIP of 0.82. He has a record of 2-1 this season. The Cardinals counter with Miles Mikolas, who has a 3.90 ERA and a WHIP of 1.25, holding a 4-2 record. Fans can catch the game on FDSKC, with mild weather expected and overcast clouds in the forecast.

Cardinals’ Key Players and Performance Insights

The St. Louis Cardinals have some strong hitters this season. Brendan Donovan leads with a batting average of .321 in 57 games. His on-base percentage is .384, making him a reliable player for the team. Willson Contreras has played 56 games and has a batting average of .241. He has hit 6 home runs, which is the highest on the team. His 32 RBIs also make him a key player for the Cardinals. Miles Mikolas is the starting pitcher for the Cardinals in this game. He has a 3.90 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP. Mikolas holds a 4-2 win-loss record this season.

Kansas City Royals: Key Players and Game Insights

The Kansas City Royals have several players contributing this season. Bobby Witt Jr. is a standout with a .287 batting average over 61 games. He also leads the team in runs with 32 and RBIs with 35. Maikel Garcia is another important player for the Royals. He has a .313 batting average in 59 games. Garcia’s 24 runs and 27 RBIs add depth to the lineup. Vinnie Pasquantino provides power at the plate. He has hit 8 home runs in 60 games, leading the team. His 33 RBIs show his ability to drive in runs when needed.

Final Betting Pick

The Royals’ MoneyLine at +112 looks appealing. They have a recent win against the Cardinals, scoring 10 runs. Their away record of 13-16 shows they can compete on the road. Noah Cameron, with an ERA of 1.05, adds strength to their chances. His performance could be a key factor in this game.

The over 8.0 prediction is supported by both teams’ recent offensive output. The Royals and Cardinals combined for 17 runs in their last game. The Cardinals’ slugging percentage ranks 9th, indicating they can hit well. This suggests another high-scoring game is possible.

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

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