Get ready for an exciting game tonight as the Kansas City Royals (+281) face off against the Tampa Bay Rays (-342) at 6:40 PM EDT. The run total has been set at 7.5, and the Rays are currently -1.5 on the run line at odds of -160. On the other hand, the Royals are +1.5 at odds of +135.
The pitching matchup is set to be Jose Cuas vs. Shane McClanahan. The Royals played yesterday and lost to the Tigers in a 9-4 blowout. This raises a valid concern about whether they will be at their best playing on short rest. Meanwhile, the Rays won 7-2 against the Orioles in their last game. They too could be tired playing on short rest.
When the two teams last faced each other on August 21, 2022, the Rays defeated the Royals 3-2. Although the Rays were -1.5, they did not cover the run line. In that game, the total was set at 7.5, and it stayed under by 2.5 runs.
Win Trends
Looking at the teams’ performance lately, the Royals have had a bit of a slump, winning only 2 of their last 10 games. In comparison, the Rays have won 5 of their last 10 games. The Rays’ win/loss ratio suggests that they might be in a better position to take the win tonight.
Totals Trends
The Royals have gone over in 6 of their last 10 games, while staying under in only 4 of their last 10. In the meantime, the trend for the Rays hasn’t been significant. In the last 10 games, the total has gone over in 6 of their games and stayed under in 4.
Our very own Shark player, AuthorJohnW, has been on fire lately, and we’re tailing him for this game. He advises taking Tampa Bay Rays -1.5 (-160). Still unsure? Download the Shark Book app for free and discover what other sports lovers are saying about this matchup.