Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals 6/29/23 – Cleveland Guardians will face Kansas City Royals in an MLB clash at Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium. Shane Bieber will pitch for the Guardians, while Zack Greinke will lead their Royals’ pitching staff. Bieber has consistently dominated on the mound, while Greinke has experienced challenges throughout this season. The clash between these two teams provides an exciting betting opportunity, with factors like starting pitchers, offensive capabilities, and recent trends affecting its outcome. Stay tuned for further analysis and insight to inform your MLB betting strategy.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals
Date & Time: Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 2:10 PM ET
Location: Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium
TV: Bally Sports Network
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals Betting Odds
Guardians
Moneyline: -166
Spread: -1.5 (+104)
Total: 9 over (-105)
Royals
Moneyline: +140
Spread: +1.5 (-125)
Total: 9 under (-115)
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals Analysis
The Guardians boast an outstanding offensive lineup with a batting average of .246, scoring 304 runs and hitting 50 homers already this season. Their on-base percentage sits at .311 while their slugging percentage stands at .370; these statistics demonstrate the Guardians have an effective offensive unit capable of creating runs.
On the mound, the Guardians will rely heavily on Shane Bieber. Bieber currently boasts an impressive season record of 5-5 with an outstanding 3.69 ERA and 1.23 WHIP over 16 starts for his side – and has proven that his steady performance makes him an invaluable asset to their side.
The Royals offense has struggled this season, posting a batting average of .232. They have scored 296 runs and hit 73 home runs, with an on-base percentage of .296 and a slugging percentage of .377. The Royals’ offensive numbers are relatively lower than the Guardians, indicating potential difficulties generating runs.
Zack Greinke is taking the mound for the Royals, who have faced some challenges this season. With a record of 1-8, Greinke has struggled with a 5.31 ERA and a 1.23 WHIP. His performances have been inconsistent, and he must find his form to give the Royals a chance in this game.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals Against the Spread
Shane Bieber has posted five consecutive unders in road starts, where his total was set at 6.5 or lower, making this trend even more impressive. Bieber has an affinity for keeping games low-scoring when pitching away games. Additionally, the Guardians have demonstrated their dominance against teams with winning percentages below 0.400 by going unbeaten against such opponents in four of their most recent matches – an impressive record that speaks volumes. Cleveland is no stranger to high-scoring contests; their previous five road victories with totals set at 11 or higher demonstrate this ability. On the other hand, under has hit in 11 of Bieber’s last 13 Thursday starts, suggesting a potential trend of lower-scoring games when he takes to the mound. As for the Royals, three out of their last four home games with totals set at 11.0 or higher have seen under go-in. Kansas City has struggled to remain competitive, losing four straight home games against teams with losing records.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals Free Pick
Based on the odds, lines, and team performances, here are the recommended picks for this matchup:
Moneyline: Guardians -166
The Cleveland Guardians are favored in this matchup due to their potent offense, Shane Bieber’s consistent pitching, and the Royals’ offensive struggles. Therefore, placing a wager on the Cleveland Guardians is recommended to win the game outright.
Spread: Guardians -1.5 (+104)
Considering the run line, the Guardians’ -1.5 (+104) presents an intriguing opportunity. With the potential for the Guardians to win by at least two runs and the Royals’ recent difficulties, taking the Guardians to cover the spread is a wise choice.
Total: 9 over (-105)
Given the pitching matchup and the Guardians’ ability to score runs, betting on the over 9 (-105) is a reasonable option. The Royals’ struggling offense could contribute to a higher-scoring game.
Prediction: 3-5 Cleveland Guardians
The Cleveland Guardians have the advantage in this matchup against the Kansas City Royals. The Guardians’ potent offense, led by Shane Bieber’s consistent pitching, gives them the edge over the Royals’ struggling offense and inconsistent Zack Greinke. Based on the analysis, the recommended MLB best bets for this game are to bet on the Cleveland Guardians on the moneyline, take them to cover the spread, and consider the over for the total.
