Tampa Bay Rays vs Kansas City Royals MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedJune 24, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:June 24, 2025 ,

MLB Tampa Bay Rays vs Kansas City Royals Prediction 6/24

The Tampa Bay Rays will take on the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The game is set to start at 7:40 PM, and it will be a night game. The weather forecast predicts a very hot day with light rain and a light breeze crosswind.

Rays vs. Royals Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Rays MoneyLine +118. The Rays have a strong road record of 16-12 this season. They also have a solid lineup with players like Junior Caminero, who leads the team in home runs.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5. With Kris Bubic’s impressive ERA of 2.12 for the Royals, runs might be limited in this game.

Team Trends

  • The Tampa Bay Rays have a road record of 16-12 this season.
  • Kansas City Royals’ home record this season is 19-19.
  • The game will be played at Kauffman Stadium with a forecast of light rain and a light breeze.
  • The Tampa Bay Rays are currently 2 games back in the AL East division.
  • The Kansas City Royals are 10 games back in the AL Central division.

Rays vs Royals Preview

The Tampa Bay Rays will be on the road to face the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The Rays are looking to improve their standings in the league. Taj Bradley will take the mound for the Rays. He has an ERA of 4.95 and a WHIP of 1.35. Bradley will aim to control the Royals’ lineup and secure a win for his team.

On the other side, the Royals will rely on Kris Bubic to lead their pitching efforts. Bubic has been effective this season with an ERA of 2.12 and a WHIP of 1.12. The Royals hope his performance will help them in this night game. Both teams will have to adjust to the weather, with light rain and a crosswind expected.

Kansas City Royals: Key Players and Stats

The Kansas City Royals are looking to make an impact this season. Bobby Witt Jr. has been a standout with a .286 batting average. He also leads the team with 42 runs. Maikel Garcia has been a consistent performer for the Royals. He holds a .312 batting average and has hit 8 home runs. His contributions are crucial for the team’s offense. On the mound, Kris Bubic is the Royals’ starting pitcher. He has an impressive ERA of 2.12. With a 6-4 win-loss record, Bubic aims to keep the momentum going.

Tampa Bay Rays: Key Contributors on the Road

The Tampa Bay Rays have strong hitters this season. Junior Caminero is leading the charge with 19 home runs. He has also scored 46 runs and driven in 50 RBIs, topping the team in these categories. Yandy Díaz is another player to watch. He has a .282 batting average and has hit 12 home runs. Díaz also has 44 RBIs, making him a key part of the Rays’ lineup. On the mound, Taj Bradley is the starting pitcher for the Rays. He has a 4.95 ERA and a 4-5 win-loss record. Bradley will aim to improve his performance against the Royals.

Final Betting Pick

The Rays have a good road record of 16-12, making them a solid pick for the MoneyLine at +118. Junior Caminero leads the team with 19 home runs, adding strength to their lineup. The Rays’ ability to perform well away from home gives them a chance to win against the Royals.

With Kris Bubic’s ERA at 2.12, the Under 8.5 is a reasonable choice. Bubic’s pitching can limit the Rays’ scoring opportunities. The Royals’ home record of 19-19 shows they can be challenged, especially with the Rays’ road performance.

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