It is the case that each and every match is rather critical when the 162 individual games of the MLB regular season are clocking fast, including the Kansas City Ruins and Atlanta Braves who need all their stakeholders to help them go through the postseason stage. It is a game between two teams striving for playoff qualification and a glimpse of the strategies and skills which their teams possess that could bode well for them come the playoffs. Looking forward with hope and anticipation as these teams clash for what will be a fierce and intense battle-filled wit of MLB game day insights.
Kansas City Royals vs. Atlanta Braves 9/28/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 7:20 PM ET |
| Where: | Truist Park |
| Watch: | BSKC, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Royals odds: | -101 Moneyline |
| Braves odds: | -116 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 7.5 |
Kansas City Royals (85-75) vs. Atlanta Braves (87-71)
The Kansas City Royals enter this game with a batting average of .250 and impressive stats including 730 runs and 168 home runs. Despite these robust figures, their recent form has been a mixed bag. They’ve managed to turn things around in their last three games, all against Washington, with scores of 7-4, 3-0, and 1-0, showcasing their ability to secure wins under pressure. However, their previous games against San Francisco were less favorable, losing 0-2 and 0-9, highlighting some inconsistencies in their performance.
| Kansas City Royals Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 26, 2024 | WSH | 7-4 | Win |
| Sep 25, 2024 | WSH | 3-0 | Win |
| Sep 24, 2024 | WSH | 1-0 | Win |
| Sep 22, 2024 | SF | 0-2 | Lose |
| Sep 21, 2024 | SF | 0-9 | Lose |
On the other side, the Atlanta Braves have been demonstrating strong late-season form, winning four of their last five games. This run includes victories over New York Mets and Miami, with scores like 5-1 and 5-4, showing their ability to edge out close games—a critical skill in October. The Braves’ offensive stats include a .244 batting average with 208 home runs, outstripping the Royals in power hitting.
| Atlanta Braves Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 24, 2024 | NYM | 5-1 | Win |
| Sep 22, 2024 | MIA | 5-4 | Win |
| Sep 21, 2024 | MIA | 6-2 | Win |
| Sep 20, 2024 | MIA | 3-4 | Lose |
| Sep 19, 2024 | CIN | 15-3 | Win |
Seth Lugo (16-9 W-L, 3.03 ERA) vs. Reynaldo Lopez (8-5 W-L, 2.03 ERA)
Seth Lugo, the starting pitcher of Kansas City has been impressive this season with an impressive record of 3.03 earned run average and 204.2 innings pitched showing he can carry a heavy load and still make quality starts. While Lugo has averaged more strikeouts than walks and has allowed very few home runs, this does not make him an easy pitcher to face. Given the fact that he is more of a finesse pitcher, he will be a vital asset in curving the sluggers of the Braves.
The Braves’ Reynaldo Lopez, on the other hand, has an even better ERA of 2.03 in 128.2 innings, indicating great effectiveness and control. Even if he has pitched in significantly fewer innings than Lugo, Lopez’s strikeouts are quite commendable, and his ability to keep runners off the bases is due to his careful manner on the mound. His low home run numbers will be crucial against a Kansas City Royals team with plenty of power.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Kansas City Royals -101, Total Odds: 7.5
The betting lines indicate a very slight underdog status to the Royals, an undeserving status given the team’s recent resurgence. The total is pegged lower at 7.5 signifying the pitcher’s duel expected with both starting pitchers reigning in deep quality starts. Glamour boxers may consider the winning streak of the Royals as well as Lugo’s determination on the mound and be tempted to place their bets as they may see value in such matches.
Kansas City Royals Betting Trends
In such meetings that have taken place lately between these two teams, the players have felt the trend for UNDER in 4 of the last 5 games which points to good pitching but rather there exists a problem in the batting order where runs can be made consistently especially against the likes of Atlanta.
Atlanta Braves Betting Trends
The Braves are filled with changing trends and progression, posting six wins and one loss in previous games. Furthermore, they excel at keeping it low at home, as evidenced by their ability to go UNDER 15 out of the last 19 games which compliments their pitching.
Kansas City Royals vs. Atlanta Braves 9/28/24 Betting Picks
Judging by the stats and betting trends, it is likely that this clash of Kansas City Royals with the Atlanta Braves is destined to be a pitcher’s duel, as there ought to be active pitching from both starters. The Royals are the outsiders of this encounter, but even so they have put up a fight. However, the Braves’ balanced nature and an advantage they enjoy when playing at home make the game weigh in their favor.
Braves on the moneyline seem to be the most appropriate selection, with the most recommended bet on UNDER total runs scored. In this way, the prop lines such as the strikeouts, might also help enhance one’s betting strategy with this premium game analysis.