Royals vs Reds starting pitchers
- Nick Martinez for Cincinnati Reds
- Michael Lorenzen for Kansas City Royals
Royals vs Reds statistics
| Stat |
Royals |
Reds |
| Hits |
1028 (12th) |
916 (28th) |
| Batting Average |
.254 (9th) |
.230 (28th) |
| Runs Batted In |
561 (7th) |
514 (15th) |
| Runs |
577 (11th) |
543 (14th) |
| Home Runs |
132 (18th) |
146 (11th) |
| Walks |
315 (28th) |
363 (17th) |
| Stolen Bases |
101 (10th) |
168 (1st) |
| Strikeouts |
819 (29th) |
1092 (7th) |
| Pitches |
16932 (27th) |
17283 (24th) |
Cincinnati Reds recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/14/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
9-2 |
| 8/13/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
4-1 |
| 8/12/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
6-1 |
| 8/11/24 |
@ Milwaukee Brewers |
W |
4-3 |
| 8/10/24 |
@ Milwaukee Brewers |
L |
1-0 |
Kansas City Royals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/14/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
W |
4-1 |
| 8/13/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
L |
13-3 |
| 8/12/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
L |
8-3 |
| 8/10/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
8-3 |
| 8/9/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
L |
8-5 |
Royals vs Reds predictions
Heading into the game against the Cincinnati Reds, there are a few Kansas City Royals players to keep an eye on. Bobby Witt Jr. has been nothing short of sensational this season, and his stats really paint a picture of a player at the top of his game. Expect him to be at the heart of the action, potentially adding to his impressive total of home runs and RBIs. Another player who might make significant contributions is Salvador Perez. Known for his powerful hitting, Perez is likely to drive in crucial runs. On the mound, Michael Lorenzen will be pivotal for the Royals. His solid ERA suggests he could contain the Reds' hitters and rack up a few strikeouts.
On the flip side, the Cincinnati Reds have their own set of players ready to make an impact. Elly De La Cruz seems set to bring his mix of speed and power to the forefront. With a knack for getting on-base and a threat to steal bases, De La Cruz could be a real game-changer. Another key player for the Reds will be Nick Martinez, who's slated to start the game. With an impressive WHIP and ERA, Martinez should give the Royals' batters a tough time. Keeping the runs down will be crucial, and Martinez has the stats this season to suggest he’s more than capable of holding the fort.
Considering the form and firepower of both teams, this matchup promises to be a closely contested affair. The Royals have been strong on the road, but the Reds are riding a home win streak that cannot be ignored. While it may be a tight game, the edge might just go to the Cincinnati Reds, leveraging their current momentum and a robust performance expected from Nick Martinez. His ability to limit the opposition's scoring, coupled with the dynamic play of De La Cruz, might just tip the scales in favor of the Reds in what should be an exciting clash.
Cincinnati Reds injuries
- Brent Suter (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Brandon Williamson (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Matt McLain (SS): 60-Day-IL
- Austin Wynns (C): 10-Day-IL
- Nick Martini (RF): 60-Day-IL
Kansas City Royals injuries
- John Schreiber (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Dan Altavilla (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Hunter Harvey (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Josh Taylor (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Christian Chamberlain (RP): Out
Royals vs Reds game info
| Venue |
Great American Ball Park |
| Location |
Cincinnati, Ohio |
| First pitch |
Fri 6:40 PM |
| Temperature |
85° |
| Chance of Rain |
34% |
