El Jefe
The Kansas City Royals (49-74) will greet the Arizona Diamondbacks (55-66) on Tuesday, August 23 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City. Moving along through the final third of the season, each of these teams will surely be hoping for a victory in this regular season matchup. Don’t miss the first pitch at 7:10 PM CT!
For context related to Tuesday’s regular season game, let’s take a look at how Kansas City and Arizona have managed against each other historically.
This season, these two ball clubs have fought in three matchups as the Royals have earned a win once against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on May 24, 2022, the Arizona Diamondbacks came out on top by a score of 8-6. The Royals scored six runs on eight hits, while the Diamondbacks tallied four runs on eight hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Kauffman Stadium.
Betting Preview for the Arizona Diamondbacks vs Kansas City Royals MLB Game on August 23 2022
Where: Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, MO
When: Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 7:10 PM CT
Betting on the Arizona Diamondbacks
Record: (55W-66L) | National League West Standing: 4
The Diamondbacks outplayed the St. Louis Cardinals 4-6 in their most recent outing on Sunday, and we’ll be interested to see if this momentum continues. Overall this season, the team is currently batting .226 thanks in large part to their top hitter, Joshua Rojas, who has a batting average of .282. Defensively, they have an ERA of 4.18 and a .984 fielding percentage. Prior to placing your bet, don’t forget to consult our odds assessment below!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed thatthe Diamondbacks are without Keynan Middleton (Ankle), Caleb Smith (Hand), Tyler Gilbert (Elbow), Kyle Nelson (Back), Humberto Castellanos (Elbow), and Nicholas Ahmed (Shoulder).
Betting on the Kansas City Royals
Record: (50W-74L) | American League Central Standing: 4
The last time we saw them, the Royals outplayed the Chicago White Sox on Monday, by a 6-4 margin. Led by their top hitter, Robert Witt Jr., who has a batting average of .254, the Royals are currently averaging .244 at the plate so far this season. In terms of defense, the team carries an ERA of 4.65 and a .985 fielding percentage. Before you select your picks, make sure you read our odds analysis further down!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the Royals are missing Taylor Clarke (Oblique), Angel Zerpa (Knee), Raúl Mondesi (Knee), Jacob Brentz (Flexor), Tyler Zuber (Shoulder), Edward Olivares (Quad), Vincent Pasquantino (Shoulder), and Donald Greinke (Forearm).
Arizona Diamondbacks vs Kansas City Royals | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks (-126) at FanDuel
The Arizona Diamondbacks are considered the favorite per oddsmakers in this one. The team comes into this game with a winning percentage of 50% for this month, accounting a total of nine wins. Comparatively, the Kansas City Royals’ winning percentage is at 47.62% for this month, a record of 10 victories in total.
Over/Under Pick: Under 9 Total Runs (-120) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated over/under for this game is under 9. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 9.
Runline Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks -1.5 Runs (+136) at FanDuel
The Arizona Diamondbacks will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover a runline of -1.5.
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