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Kansas City Royals Look to Secure Series Win Against Texas Rangers at Kauffman Stadium on Sunday

The Kansas City Royals (20-13) will be looking to take the series win against the Texas Rangers (17-16) in their final game at Kauffman Stadium on Sunday afternoon at 2:10 PM. ET. Jon Gray will be starting for the Rangers, while the Royals have not yet announced their starter. Texas holds a 7-3 record in their last 10 games against Kansas City. The current betting line favors Texas at -125. Note that this summary was written before Saturday's game was played, so please check for any updates.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rangers -125 | Royals +111
• Spread: Rangers -1.5 (+130) | Royals +1.5 (-150)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 56%.

Texas vs Kansas City Stats

Texas Rangers

The Texas Rangers are currently second in the AL West standings, trailing Seattle by half a game. Despite a recent loss to the Royals, they are looking to regain the division lead with a win in their upcoming game on Sunday. The team's offense is averaging 4.42 runs per game, with a .248 batting average that ranks eighth in the league. Their pitching has been solid, giving up an average of 3.67 runs per game and holding opponents to a .214 batting average, which is second in the league. Josh Smith leads the team with a .304 batting average, while Adolis Garcia leads in home runs and RBI. In their last game, Gray had a strong performance with only one run allowed in eight innings. To continue their success, they will need similar efforts from their pitching staff. Additionally, Texas is currently ranked 17th in offense, 12th in defense, and holds a record of 18-16 for the season. Fans can take advantage of a generous welcome bonus by signing up with the BetMGM bonus code and claiming a $1,500 first bet offer paid back in bonus bets if they don't win.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

The Kansas City Royals have been performing well, winning three of their last four games and moving to second place in the AL Central standings, half a game behind Cleveland. They are averaging 4.70 runs per game with a .239 batting average, .305 on base percentage, and .393 slugging percentage. Salvador Perez leads the team with a .351 batting average, eight home runs, and 30 RBI. The Royals' pitching has been strong, giving up 2.97 runs per game with a .235 opponent batting average. They have a 3.07 ERA, ranking fourth in the league. Kansas City will need a solid pitching performance to maintain their success. Additionally, the Royals have a power ranking of 9 and are ranked 10th for offense, scoring an average of 4.70 runs per game, and first for defense, giving up an average of 3.00 points per game. They have an overall record of 20-14. Texas has struggled in their recent matchups against Kansas City, going 1-2.

Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals Set to Face Off in High-Stakes Game

The Texas Rangers have won three of their last five games, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level. Despite recent offensive struggles, where they only scored 14 runs in their last four games, they are recognized as one of the best offensive teams in the league and are anticipated to perform well in their upcoming game. The Kansas City Royals, on the other hand, have won three of their last four games and have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities by scoring 17 runs in their last three games. However, they may face challenges in this game as they have historically struggled against right-handers and face a formidable opponent in Gray, who has excelled on the mound in recent games. Given Gray's track record against the Royals and the Rangers' offensive prowess, it is recommended to place a bet on Texas covering the money line in this matchup.

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