Diamondbacks vs Royals starting pitchers
- Michael Wacha for Kansas City Royals
- Ryne Nelson for Arizona Diamondbacks
Diamondbacks vs Royals statistics
| Stat |
Diamondbacks |
Royals |
| Hits |
869 (8th) |
843 (12th) |
| Batting Average |
.252 (9th) |
.249 (10th) |
| Runs Batted In |
479 (Tied-3rd) |
458 (9th) |
| Runs |
501 (3rd) |
471 (10th) |
| Home Runs |
107 (16th) |
105 (Tied-18th) |
| Walks |
339 (6th) |
271 (28th) |
| Stolen Bases |
64 (17th) |
84 (8th) |
| Strikeouts |
811 (22nd) |
697 (29th) |
| Pitches |
15106 (8th) |
14144 (27th) |
Kansas City Royals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/23/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
6-2 |
| 7/22/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
W |
10-4 |
| 7/21/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
4-1 |
| 7/20/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
6-1 |
| 7/19/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
7-1 |
Arizona Diamondbacks recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/23/24 |
@ Kansas City Royals |
W |
6-2 |
| 7/22/24 |
@ Kansas City Royals |
L |
10-4 |
| 7/21/24 |
@ Chicago Cubs |
L |
2-1 F/10 |
| 7/20/24 |
@ Chicago Cubs |
W |
3-0 |
| 7/19/24 |
@ Chicago Cubs |
W |
5-2 |
Diamondbacks vs Royals predictions
As the Arizona Diamondbacks gear up to face the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium, a few players look poised to leave their mark on the game. Ketel Marte, with his sublime .294 batting average, seems ready to continue his streak of impactful plays, projecting strength both at the plate and in the field. On the mound, Ryne Nelson is anticipated to bring his competitive spirit, despite a challenging season ERA of 4.78. His ability to snuff out critical hits will be crucial. Meanwhile, power-hitter Christian Walker, boasting 22 home runs, is expected to be a significant threat, potentially driving in crucial runs which could heavily sway the game's momentum.
Turning our attention to the Kansas City Royals, the spotlight might shine brightest on Bobby Witt Jr., whose stellar .340 batting average is nothing short of impressive. His agility and speed, potentially adding to his 70 RBI tally, will make him a player to watch. On the defensive end, Michael Wacha, carrying a more favorable 3.55 ERA compared to his counterpart, should be in a solid position to handle the D-backs' hitters. He's shown a knack for keeping his walks low, a trend likely to continue, helping maintain a tighter game.
Given the matchups and current form, predicting a winner involves a blend of stats and gut instincts. The pitching prowess of Michael Wacha might give the Royals the edge they need to suppress the D-backs' bats. Coupled with the Royals' lineup, which has shown resilience and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, they seem slightly better positioned to clinch this home game. However, baseball always has an element of unpredictability, so it'll be fascinating to see if the Royals can leverage their home advantage and keep their winning momentum.
Kansas City Royals injuries
- Josh Taylor (RP): 60-Day-IL
- MJ Melendez (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Christian Chamberlain (RP): Out
- Dan Altavilla (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Kyle Wright (SP): 60-Day-IL
Arizona Diamondbacks injuries
- Merrill Kelly (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Blake Walston (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Eduardo Rodriguez (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Drey Jameson (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Kyle Nelson (RP): 60-Day-IL
Diamondbacks vs Royals game info
| Venue |
Kauffman Stadium |
| Location |
Kansas City, Missouri |
| First pitch |
Wed 8:10 PM |
| Temperature |
88° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
