Introduction

The Cleveland Guardians will square off against the Kansas City Royals in an exciting American League showdown. Both squads have proven formidable this season, leveraging a blend of explosive offense and resilient defense. With the race for playoff positions intensifying, expect both teams to bring their A-game in this mid-season duel, ensuing a thrilling ballgame.

Game Time

First pitch will be thrown at Friday, July 25 at 08:10 PM ET in Kauffman Stadium, where deep gaps limit the long ball.

Moneyline Odds

Cleveland Guardians: -105
Kansas City Royals: -115
Over/Under Line: 8.5

Latest Team Records

Cleveland Guardians have a record of 51-50 with a win percentage of 0.505, while the Kansas City Royals hold a record of 50-53 with a win percentage of 0.485.

Injury Report

Key injuries for the Cleveland Guardians include:

• Will Brennan (Elbow) – Status: 60-Day-IL. The Guardians transferred Brennan (elbow) to the 60-day injured list Friday.

The Kansas City Royals are currently healthy with no major injury concerns.

Key Player Stats

Cleveland Guardians

• Jose Ramirez: 0.294 AVG, 21 HR, 56 RBI
• Steven Kwan: 0.285 AVG, 6 HR, 33 RBI
• Angel Martinez: 0.252 AVG, 9 HR, 38 RBI

Kansas City Royals

• Bobby Witt Jr.: 0.288 AVG, 14 HR, 56 RBI
• Vinnie Pasquantino: 0.269 AVG, 17 HR, 61 RBI
• Salvador Perez: 0.255 AVG, 18 HR, 62 RBI

Team Analysis

Cleveland Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians have recently shown exceptional form on the road, exhibiting consistency and tenacity in their games. Last few games have seen the team’s key players, including Jose Ramirez and Steven Kwan, performing commendably and contributing to the team’s overall performance. Angel Martinez’s own contributions have not been small, and his performance will be crucial for the Guardians as they face off against the Royals.

The Guardians have been sustaining their momentum, heading into this matchup with an impressive 4–1 in their last five games. They’ve proven their ability to notch up wins, even in challenging road scenarios, which bodes well for their upcoming match. Despite the injury to Will Brennan, the team remains optimistic and their recent successes have undoubtedly boosted their morale.

• Batting Average: 0.224
• Total Runs Scored: 390
• Home Runs: 106
• OPS: 0.67
• ERA: 3.92
• WHIP: 1.33

Away Record: 26-26 • Home Record: 25-25
Last 5 Games: 4-1 (6.0 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 7-3 (5.6 RPG)

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Kansas City Royals

On the other side of the diamond, the Kansas City Royals have demonstrated a steady rhythm in their recent home games, managing to secure victories despite fierce competition. The performance by key players Bobby Witt Jr., Vinnie Pasquantino, and Salvador Perez has been commendable, and their roles will be monumental as they step onto the field for this captivating matchup.

The Royals hold a reasonable 3-2 record in their last five outings. Despite the slightly inconsistent performance, they show promise and resilience, indicating a possibility of a turnaround in their fortunes. The team has demonstrated it can lean on its strong roster to secure pivotal home wins. With no significant injuries affecting their lineup, look for the Royals to leverage their fully fit squad as they go up against the Guardians.

• Batting Average: 0.245
• Total Runs Scored: 363
• Home Runs: 85
• OPS: 0.679
• ERA: 3.5
• WHIP: 1.22

Away Record: 26-27 • Home Record: 24-26
Last 5 Games: 3-2 (5.6 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 5-5 (4.6 RPG)

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Head-to-Head History

Kansas City Royals 2–3 Cleveland Guardians (Last 5 games)

• 2025-04-13: KC 4 @ CLE 2
• 2025-04-12: KC 3 @ CLE 6
• 2025-04-11: KC 0 @ CLE 7
• 2025-03-30: CLE 6 @ KC 2
• 2025-03-29: CLE 3 @ KC 4

Over/Under Trends

Cleveland Guardians’ last 10 games have averaged 9.8 total runs per game, with 7 of those going over the posted total of 8.5.

Kansas City Royals’ last 10 games have seen an average of 9.1 combined runs, with 5 games clearing the same line of 8.5.

Moneyline Betting Prediction

While the Cleveland Guardians are riding a 4–1 streak and showing real offensive momentum on the road, this could be a challenging spot for them. The Kansas City Royals have quietly held their own at home and bring a more stable pitching profile into this matchup, backed by strong recent performances from Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez. Cleveland’s inconsistency over longer stretches and tendency to fade against tough pitching could tilt the balance.

With a sharper bullpen and home-field advantage, the Kansas City Royals at -115 look like the right side to back here.

Over/Under Prediction

The Kansas City Royals are scoring 5.6 runs per game across their last five, and the Cleveland Guardians are at 6.0. Recent form suggests where this total might land.

These teams are combining for 11.6 runs per game recently — above the posted total of 8.5, a crucial pivot point in betting markets. Our pick is Over 8.5.

Bookmakers

These lines come from: FanDuel, LowVig.ag, BetOnline.ag, Caesars, BetMGM, MyBookie.ag, DraftKings, Bovada, BetRivers, BetUS, Fanatics.

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