Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals 7/14/23 – Experienced MLB betting advice is provided for the upcoming game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Kansas City Royals, where Tyler Glasnow will represent Tampa Bay. At the same time, Alec Marsh takes the mound for Kansas City Royals. Detailed analysis, betting trends, predictions from this, and team performance insights may aid your wagers in increasing winning chances and your overall betting strategy. Stay tuned and get the best results in your bettings.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals
Date & Time: Friday, July 14, 2023 at 8:10 PM ET
Location: Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium
TV: Bally Sports Network
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals 7/14/23 Betting Odds
Rays
Moneyline: -280
Spread: -1.5 (-170)
Total: 9 over (-113)
Royals
Moneyline: +246
Spread: +1.5 (+150)
Total: 9 under (-107)
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals Analysis
The Tampa Bay Rays possess a formidable offense, boasting a team batting average of 0.259. They have demonstrated their ability to score runs consistently, tallying 506 runs and launching 137 home runs this season. With an on-base percentage of 0.331 and a slugging percentage of 0.452, the Rays’ lineup poses a significant threat to opposing pitchers.
Tyler Glasnow, an accomplished pitcher with a win-loss record of 2-3, is taking the mound for the Rays. Glasnow has showcased his dominant form throughout his eight starts this season, accumulating an impressive 64 strikeouts in just 41.2 innings pitched. With an earned run average f 4.1 and walks plus hits per inning pitched of 1.22, Glasnow has the potential to stifle the Royals’ offense.
The Kansas City Royals offense has faced some struggles this season, reflected in their team batting average of 0.232. They scored 337 runs and hit 78 home runs, indicating a less potent offensive lineup than their opponents. With an OBP of 0.295 and an SLG of 0.371, the Royals must elevate their performance to compete with the Rays.
Alec Marsh, who has endured a challenging season thus far, is starting on the mound for the Royals. With a win-loss record of 0-2 and an elevated ERA of 7, Marsh must find his rhythm to contain the Rays’ offense. His WHIP stands at 1.78, and he has struck out ten batters in his limited action while issuing seven walks.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals Against the Spread
Recent trends suggest the Tampa Bay Rays have struggled in their last eight games, winning just one. Nonetheless, they have recently shown immense dominance against Kansas City Royals, winning four out of six meetings against them and keeping total runs under four times!
Kansas City Royals have struggled in their last seven games, only to secure one victory out of seven contests against American League opponents. Only two wins have come their way since 11 meetings were played, and four instances in which total runs went under the total in each matchup played against these foes.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals Free Pick
Based on the latest odds, team performances, starting pitcher stats, and trends, the following picks are our recommended with the predicted scores below:
Moneyline: Rays -280
The Tampa Bay Rays are the favorites in this matchup due to their more potent offense and pitching staff. With Tyler Glasnow’s dominant form and the Rays’ ability to score runs consistently, they are more likely to emerge victorious.
Spread: Rays -1.5 (-170)
Considering the Rays’ offensive prowess and the Royals’ offensive struggles, the Rays have a good chance of winning by a margin of at least two runs.
Total: 9 under (-107)
Both teams have exhibited recent tendencies to produce lower-scoring games. With strong starting pitchers on the mound, the total runs will likely stay under the set line.
Prediction: 3-6 Tampa Bay Rays win
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Kansas City Royals matchup, Tampa Bay is expected to have an edge with their formidable offense and dominant starting pitcher, as evidenced by recent trends and team performances. However, as they are favored to secure victory based on these metrics, be wary and consider Canadian MLB betting regulations before placing wagers.
