The Kansas City Royals will face the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, May 24. First pitch is scheduled for 5:50 p.m. CT at Tropicana Field.
Odds for the game are available at the online sportsbook.
Royals vs. Rays Odds
| Team | Run Line | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royals | -1.5 (+150) | Under 8 (-110) | -115 |
| Rays | +1.5 (-185) | Over 8 (-110) | -105 |
The Royals have MLB’s best ATS record (32-19) and best average margin of cover (+1.6) this season. At their current pace, they’ll easily cover at least 80 games for just the second time since 2017.
The under has hit in 29 of their first 51 games. At 29-20-2, they have MLB’s third-best under rate (.592), which would be a dramatic flip from last year’s clip of .494.
The Royals are 32-19 on the year.
Royals vs. Rays Preview
Starting Pitchers: Seth Lugo (KC) vs. Shawn Armstrong (TBR)
Kansas City right-hander Seth Lugo has been one of the biggest AL Cy Young odds risers this year, spinning a 7-1 record with a 1.79 ERA. He’s coming off consecutive double-digit strikeout performances ahead of Friday’s series opener.
Tampa Bay right-hander Shawn Armstrong will open in a bullpen game for the home team. He has a 4.03 ERA and 26 strikeouts in 18 appearances.
Royals vs. Rays Season Series
| Date | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|
| May 24 | Tampa Bay | - |
| May 25 | Tampa Bay | - |
| May 26 | Tampa Bay | - |
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