Cleveland Guardians (49-26) vs. Kansas City Royals (42-37)
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals 6/27/24 – As we approach the MLB match between the Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals on June 27, 2024 at Kauffman Stadium, fans and analysts are looking forward to an exhilarating contest between these teams – which currently boast a 49-26 record among them – against each other on this exciting Saturday match-up, especially those familiar with premium handicapper reviews because both sides bring distinct strengths and weaknesses into play.
Offensively, the Guardians boast a team batting average of .245 with 379 runs scored on 609 hits (88 homers). Their on-base percentage stands at .321 while they slug for an impressive .408 slugging percentage. Pitching has also been key for their success this season: their staff have struck out 671 batters while only allowing an opponent batting average of just .227 against their pitching staff’s pitch count; these metrics demonstrate how ruthlessly they dominate games both offensively and defensively!
Even during their rough stretch on the road, the Royals managed to maintain an even record against the spread: 20-20 against. Offensively, their lineup registered 362 runs across 641 hits (76 homers); with an on-base percentage of .306 and slugging percentage of .397 respectively. Their pitching staff boasts an ERA of 3.91 with an adjusted WHIP of 1.28; this combined with walking 244 batters while striking out 611 and opponents hitting just .244 against them could indicate weakness on this front against strong hitting teams such as Guardians.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals 6/27/24 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, June 27, 2024, 8:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Kauffman Stadium |
| TV: | FS1 |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Ben Lively (7-3, 3.03 ERA) vs. Michael Wacha (4-6, 4.07 ERA)
Ben Lively of the Cleveland Guardians has had an outstanding start to this season as their starting pitcher with an 8-3 record and 3.03 ERA over 65.1 innings pitched, giving up 56 hits, 20 walks and 56 strikeouts while giving up 10 homers (though generally effective). His 1.16 WHIP suggests excellent control in keeping runners off base and makes Lively an intimidating opponent for any lineup he faces off against.
Michael Wacha of the Kansas City Royals boasts a 4-6 record and 4.07 ERA through 73 innings pitched this season, giving up 68 hits, 21 walks, 7 homer runs, 1.22 WHIP rating. While not as prolific as Lively in terms of numbers, Wacha has shown flashes of brilliance while occasionally giving up more hits and walks which could prove problematic against an aggressive Guardians lineup.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
As yet, betting odds for this game have yet to be set; however, given recent performances and starting pitcher stats from both teams involved in this contest, Cleveland Guardians appear likely as favorites for winning on game day. Bettors should keep tabs on moneyline and spread trends for valuable insights for making informed bets.
Cleveland Guardians Betting Trends
The Cleveland Guardians have been performing exceptionally well recently, going undefeated over their past five games and covering the spread in all road contests (22-18), adding an appeal factor for bettors. Furthermore, three out of their last five totals went OVER in three instances, signaling high scoring affairs; of their 35 home games they covered, 18 had totals go OVER; showing they have strong offensive prowess as a team.
Kansas City Royals Betting Trends
Conversely, Kansas City Royals are currently winless in five and have failed to cover the spread in each game played since September 10. Their 20-20 record against the spread on the road is subpar; and all five totals went UNDER in all their recent road matches; yet 20 out of 39 home totals went OVER during that same time span, suggesting there could be increased scoring when competing at home.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals 6/27/24 Betting Picks
Conclusion The matchup between the Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals promises an intriguing betting opportunity. Based on current form, the Guardians appear to be the superior team both offensively and defensively; their recent streak of wins and ability to cover spread make them attractive options for bettors; given their penchant for high scoring games with these Guardians games betting OVER may prove fruitful too!
Given their pitching matchup between Ben Lively’s impressive stats and Michael Wacha’s unpredictable performances, the Guardians seem likely to extend their winning streak and provide those looking for MLB free insights with some fresh insight. They should make for an excellent pick in this contest.
Free Pick and Prediction: Cleveland Guardians 6, Kansas City Royals 3.