The Seattle Mariners (64-55) and Kansas City Royals (39-82) will square off in the third of a four-game series on Wednesday. After splitting the first two games, each team will be looking for the series edge in this one.
Read ahead to get all of the information on this matchup, including our Mariners vs Royals betting picks.
Seattle Mariners vs. Kansas City Royals Odds
Before making our Mariners vs Royals betting picks, it is important to look at the MLB odds.
As of Wednesday morning, the odds for this game have still not been posted. Prior to making any MLB bets, make sure to check closer to game time for the updated odds.
Still, expect the Mariners to be the favorites in this one despite playing on the road.
Seattle Mariners vs. Kansas City Royals Information
Seattle Mariners vs Kansas City Royals
Location of the game: Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri.
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 16. 8:10 pm ET.
How to watch: MLB.TV
Seattle Mariners vs. Kansas City Royals Analysis
Seattle Mariners Performance Recap and Analysis
After dropping the first game of the series 7-6 on Monday, the Mariners were able to bounce back with a 10-8 extra-inning win in Tuesday’s game.
At 64-55, the Mariners currently sit seven games behind the Texas Rangers in the AL West. In the Wild Card race, they sit two games behind the Toronto Blue Jays for the last Wild Card spot.
In Wednesday’s game, the Mariners will turn to 30-year-old Luis Castillo. Looking at his MLB player stats, he is 8-7 in 24 games with a 3.14 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and he has 163 strikeouts in 143.1 innings.
Offensively, the Seattle Mariners statistics have them ranked 14th in scoring, averaging 4.55 runs per game. They are led by Julio Rodriguez, who is hitting .256/.318/.432 with 19 home runs, 71 runs batted in, 70 runs scored, and 28 stolen bases.
Key Injuries
The MLB injury report shows that the Mariners will be without outfielder Jarred Kelenic (foot), shortstop J.P. Crawford (concussion), and pitcher Robbie Ray (shoulder).
Betting Trends to Know
- The Mariners come into this one 9-3 in their last 12 games.
- In their last 12 MLB games against the Royals, they are 8-4.
- In their last seven road games, they are an impressive 6-1.
Kansas City Royals Performance Recap and Analysis
At 39-81, it has been a really rough year for the Kansas City Royals. They currently sit dead last in the AL Central, 23.5 games behind the Minnesota Twins. They also own the second-worst record in all of baseball.
The Royals will turn to 26-year-old righty James McArthur. It has been a bit of a rough go this season for McArthur. In five games, he has a 13.50 ERA, 2.33 WHIP, and just two strikeouts in six innings. He will serve as an opener in this contest.
Looking at their MLB team stats, the Royals rank 28th in scoring, averaging just 3.98 runs per game (4.53 at home).
Of all the Kansas City Royals players, Bobby Witt is having the best season offensively. In 480 at bats, he is hitting .277/.318/.496 with 23 home runs, 76 runs batted in, 66 runs scored, and has 34 stolen bases.
Key Injuries
The Royals have several key players on the injured list currently, including pitchers Zack Greinke (elbow), Brad Keller (shoulder), and Josh Staumont (neck), as well as first baseman Vinni Pasquantino (shoulder).
Betting Trends to Know
- For the Royals, they are just 3-7 in their last ten games and 2-4 in their last six against American League teams.
- In their last 14 games against AL West teams, the Royals are just 4-10.
Seattle Mariners vs. Kansas City Royals Betting Picks
Again, make sure to check back closer to game time for the actual MLB odds for this game. For our Mariners vs Royals betting picks, we will be taking the Mariners to win on the road.
Even though his record does not look dominant, Luis Castillo has quietly had a really strong season. On the flip side, the Royals’ pitching staff currently ranks 28th in earned run average at 5.18, and opener James McArthur certainly doesn’t inspire much confidence at this point.
With such a wide gap in talent, don’t be surprised if the Mariners win this handily. For that reason, take them to win and to cover the spread.
Lastly, take the under on the runs scored. While the Mariners may put up some big runs in this one, don’t expect the Royals to follow suit, keeping the under a stronger bet.
Seattle Mariners vs. Kansas City Royals Prediction
- MLB Pick: Mariners 6 – Royals 1
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