As the MLB season enters its vital stages. The Kansas City Royals (84-74) are set to invite the Washington Nationals (69-89) at their ballpark this Thursday, September 26, 2024, for a day game. The season differential between these two clubs is simply astounding, which sets trends for very exciting MLB free tips today.
Kansas City Royals vs. Washington Nationals 9/26/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 1:05 PM ET |
| Where: | Nationals Park |
| Watch: | BSKC, MASN2, MLB.TV |
| Royals odds: | -175 |
| Nationals odds: | +145 |
| Total Line: | 8.5 |
Kansas City Royals (84-74) vs. Washington Nationals (69-89)
The Royals, with an 84-74 record, are facing inconsistency as the postseason nears. Their recent performances have been mixed, marked by defeats to the Detroit Tigers and the SF Giants, despite victories against the Nationals. Recent losses to Detroit highlight their struggles. However, their ability to keep games low-scoring showcases the strength of their pitching even in tough moments.
| Kansas City Royals Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 25, 2024 | WSH | 3-0 | W |
| Sep 24, 2024 | WSH | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 22, 2024 | SF | 0-2 | L |
| Sep 21, 2024 | SF | 0-9 | L |
| Sep 20, 2024 | SF | 1-2 | L |
Conversely, the Nationals, sporting a less commendable record of 69-89, have faced challenges this season. Despite their struggles, they found a semblance of form in a recent series, securing three consecutive wins against the Miami Marlins. These victories provided a brief respite in a season marked by difficulties at bat and on the mound, yet their overall performance still reflects persistent struggles throughout the year.
| Washington Nationals Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 25, 2024 | KC | 0-3 | L |
| Sep 24, 2024 | KC | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 22, 2024 | CHC | 0-5 | L |
| Sep 21, 2024 | CHC | 5-1 | W |
| Sep 20, 2024 | CHC | 1-3 | L |
Michael Wacha (13-8, 3.28 ERA) vs. Patrick Corbin (6-13, 5.58 ERA)
Beginning with the performance of Michael Wacha for the Royals it has been notable, to say the very least. Out of all the pitchers in his lineup, he has perhaps been the best, even with a record of 13-8 and a 3.28 ERA, as he has managed to control the game, preventing too many runs being scored against him. Judged purely on recent performances, including pitch efficiency and strikeout rate, Wacha pitches like he is ready to go against the Nationals lineup.
On the other hand, it has been a year to forget for Patrick Corbin of the Nationals. This is evident in his 6-13 win-loss record with an inflated 5.58 earned run average. He tends to give up too many hits, too many homers, and so the Nationals find themselves trailing early in the game, and it becomes very hard for the team to mount any sort of comeback later. It will be crucial for him to perform, especially today if the Nationals wish to shock the royals.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Kansas City Royals -175, Total Odds: 8.5
The current betting odds are leaning heavily towards the Royals, not just due to their superior record but also their recent head-to-head dominance, particularly at Nationals Park. The total line at 8.5, with tendencies towards under in both team’s recent games, indicates a prediction of a low-scoring affair, aligning with both teams’ recent form.
Kansas City Royals Betting Trends
The Royals’ recent games have largely stayed under the total points line, indicating their strength in pitching but also issues in maintaining consistent run support. Their struggle against National League opponents could play a role, but their resilience on the road, especially against the Nationals, shows their capability to clinch critical games.
Washington Nationals Betting Trends
The Nationals are on a downward trajectory, with losses piling up both at home and in recent encounters against the Royals. Their inability to turn home advantage into victories and their consistent underscoring aligns with a team that is yet to find a winning formula this season.
Kansas City Royals vs. Washington Nationals 9/26/24 Betting Picks
Focusing on the two sides’ forms and trends, it is understandable to take the Royals, though with a very low expectation for the total margin. With Wacha on the mound, their pitching depth ought to keep the Nationals’ already weak hitting core subdued.
The better pick will be moving toward the Royals on the moneyline without any attention to the total. Prop bets may even be more in favor of the pitchers than the hitters on either side as the game is expected to be low-scoring due to the recent troubles in scoring on either side. For those in search of the top premium picks, this game offers a tremendous chance to take advantage of the Kansas City pitching while most of the teams are scoring very poorly.