Cleveland Guardians (72-79) vs. Kansas City Royals (49-102)
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals 9/20/23 – On September 20, 2023, Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium will play host to an exhilarating late-season baseball match between the Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals, who aim to improve upon their current 72-79 record while the Royals struggle with 49-102 marks – this makes for a fascinating matchup that we have extensively researched by looking into key statistics and recent performances to give you our insights.
While they have had mixed luck when it comes to wins-losses records, the Guardians still lead when it comes to statistical categories when pitted against the Royals. Their team batting average stands at .250 and they have notched 618 runs from 1288 hits which underlines their offensive prowess. Their pitching unit boasts an admirable 3.91 ERA and 1.28 WHIP ratio which gives some assurance of confidence within their pitching unit; unfortunately however, on the road this momentum has faltered dramatically with only 1-5 straight-up victories out of six away games this season!
On the other side of things, the Royals haven’t exactly had an outstanding season with a 49-102 record and a .242 batting average and 5.22 ERA trailing behind the Guardians in key areas like home performances. Royals managed five out of seven wins against spread games while remaining undefeated at full strength during that span. However, recent home performances were an unexpected boost: Royals managed five wins out of seven against spread games while remaining undefeated when at full strength. Get your free baseball picks for Royals’ upcoming games now.
team vs. team Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at 2:10 PM ET |
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| Where: | Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium |
| TV: | BSKC |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Lucas Giolito (8-13 W-L, 4.69 ERA) vs. Zack Greinke (1-15 W-L, 5.39 ERA)
Lucas Giolito is set to pitch for the Cleveland Guardians. He comes into the game with an 8-13 win-loss record and an ERA of 4.69. However, the statistics don’t tell the full story for Giolito. His 189 strikeouts in 170.2 innings suggest he has the potential to dominate any lineup when he’s at his best. His WHIP of 1.25 is slightly better than Greinke’s, indicating fewer base runners and potentially fewer scoring opportunities for the opposition. Nevertheless, Giolito’s season has been marred by inconsistency, particularly his susceptibility to the long ball—giving up 36 home runs this year—which is a significant concern and something the Royals’ offense may look to exploit.
Veteran pitcher Zack Greinke will be taking the mound for the Royals. Despite his disappointing 1-15 record and a high ERA of 5.39 this season, it’s crucial not to overlook the years of experience that Greinke brings to the table. He has faced a tough year, allowing 148 hits and 25 home runs over a span of 128.2 innings pitched. With a WHIP of 1.31, Greinke has been less reliable than he’s traditionally known to be. Yet, he remains a battle-tested pitcher who understands the nuances of high-stakes matchups. His ability to make adjustments during the game and potentially surprise the Guardians cannot be discounted.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Cleveland Guardians -144, Total Odds: 9
The Guardians are favored in the betting markets, with a Moneyline of -144 and a spread of -1.5 at +105. The total for the game is set at 9 runs, with the over at -115. The Guardians appear to be the safer bet, based on statistical advantages and recent performance trends.
Cleveland Guardians Betting Trends
The Guardians have shown a mixed bag of performances recently, holding a 4-2 SU record in their last six outings. They have dominated the Royals in recent meetings, winning 9 out of the last 13 matchups. However, they have found it tough on the road, losing 5 out of their last 6 away games. Also, the total has gone UNDER in 12 of their last 17 games against American League Central rivals.
Kansas City Royals Betting Trends
Kansas City seems to be on an uptick, holding a 5-1 SU record in their last six games and 5-2 in their last seven home games. The total has gone UNDER in 6 out of the last 9 matchups against the Guardians, and they’ve won 4 out of their last 5 games against American League teams.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Kansas City Royals 9/20/23 Betting Picks
It’s challenging to predict a surefire winner given the teams’ recent form and statistics. However, the Guardians appear to be the more reliable pick, based on their statistical advantage and recent matchups against the Royals. For prop bets, the UNDER 9 for total runs seems to be a good option, given the recent low-scoring trend from both teams. For those interested in placing bets, there are numerous live betting platforms offering competitive odds for this match. Don’t forget to check out free sports picks for additional insights.
Free Pick and Prediction: Cleveland Guardians 5, Kansas City Royals 3.