Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City Royals Prediction 9/8/24 MLB Picks Today

Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City Royals Prediction 9/8/24 MLB Picks Today

The excitement in the MLB season is still rising, with the Minnesota Twins and the Kansas City Royals battling in the major leagues on this smooth Sunday afternoon at the Kauffman Stadium. The on-form Minnesota Twins will attempt to avenge Kansas City with a slight disadvantage in their record. On the one side, this battle makes a local impression on the fans in question; on the other, it attracts the best sports handicappers, professionally seeking hot value in the most unpredictable fight.

 

 

 

Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City Royals 9/8/24 Game Info and Odds

When: Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 2:10 PM ET
Where: Kauffman Stadium
Watch: BSN, ESPN, MLB.TV
Twins odds: -110 Moneyline 
Royals odds: -109 Moneyline 
Total Line: 8.5

 

Minnesota Twins (76-66) vs. Kansas City Royals (78-65)

 

The Minnesota Twins, who now sit just behind the Royals on the table, have now reached a critical juncture in their enduring season. The recent form of the Twins has also been poor. In the previous five matches, the Twins only managed to win once against the Tampa Bay Rays, with all other games, including the recent ones against the same Royals, ending in defeat. This was coupled with a batting average of .251 and an equally unfavorable ERA of 4.19. This could present opportunities for Kansas City to take advantage of again in this forthcoming game.

 

Minnesota Twins Last 5 Games
Date Opponent Score SU
Sep 7, 2024 KC 2-4 Lose
Sep 6, 2024 KC 0-5 Lose
Sep 5, 2024 TB 4-3 Win
Sep 4, 2024 TB 4-9 Lose
Sep 3, 2024 TB 1-2 Lose

 

In a different direction, the Kansas City Royals have improved on their recent performances. Even after losing a couple of matches against Cleveland, their victories two games in a row against Minnesota put a highlight on rallying strength and tactical skill. The Royals would like to improve their winning record at home and maintain supremacy in the division with a better average of .254 than that of the Twins and an even lower ERA than 3.91.

 

Kansas City Royals Last 5 Games
Date Opponent Score SU
Sep 7, 2024 MIN 4-2 Win
Sep 6, 2024 MIN 5-0 Win
Sep 4, 2024 CLE 4-1 Win
Sep 3, 2024 CLE 1-7 Lose
Sep 2, 2024 CLE 2-4 Lose

 

Simeon Woods Richardson (5-3, 3.95 ERA) vs. Michael Wacha (11-7, 3.5 ERA)

 

Simeon Woods Richardson goes to the mound for the Minnesota Twins, and his record displays fighting spirit but is average overall. Richardson has been inconsistent this season, with a 3.95 ERA and 1.21 WHIP. He is good at tagging batters with strikeouts, but today, he will be faced by the Royals; this will be a defining moment of whether he has progressed in the season.

 

In the Royals’ corner, Michael Wacha has been a giant headache and proved more effective. His season is adorned with influential achievements captured by the record of 11 victories against 7 defeats and 3.5 earned runs per game average. As the Twins seek to overcome their humiliating defeats, Wacha shall need to be as accurate and effective in handling the enormous game pressure.

 

MLB Odds/Point Spread: Minnesota Twins -1.5 (+143), Total Odds: 8.5

 

Despite recent outcomes, the betting landscape shows slight favoritism towards the Twins, with odds leaning towards a relatively high-scoring affair. This game’s dynamics suggest that the spread might be a bit generous given the Twins’ recent form, making the Royals’ moneyline an intriguing underdog pick.

 

Minnesota Twins Betting Trends

 

The trends for the Twins aren’t promising. It seems like most recent games finished UNDER the total, and there have been troubles for the Twins on the road against the Royals. Perhaps it is reasonable to assume that the UNDER total runs line would be better taken, especially with Wacha expected to deliver a strong performance.

 

Kansas City Royals Betting Trends

 

Kansas City has experienced an UNDER trend in home games for the few home games they have had recently. However, even with their struggles at home, with the games in the division against Minnesota favorable and Wacha pitching well, tips from insiders could panic and swing back in the direction of another home win.

 

Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City Royals 9/8/24 Betting Picks

 

Considering social and competition criteria, as well as statistical analysis, we would suggest rather to support the Kansas City Royals’ money line. The Twins are weak, especially in road games, and KC has matched very well against the Twins lately and historically, which is likely to be a favorable pick.

 

Concerning prop bets and totals, hitting the under on 8.5 would be wise considering the trend established with 2 teams, emphasizing the games played between these two. Hence, in your free MLB parlay picks, the best would be to put the Royals to win with the total going under.

 

Free Pick and Prediction: Kansas City Royals 4, Minnesota Twins 3.