Royals vs Yankees starting pitchers
- Marcus Stroman for New York Yankees
- Seth Lugo for Kansas City Royals
Royals vs Yankees statistics
| Stat |
Royals |
Yankees |
| Hits |
1230 (8th) |
1220 (9th) |
| Batting Average |
.253 (7th) |
.251 (8th) |
| Runs Batted In |
666 (6th) |
701 (2nd) |
| Runs |
685 (9th) |
730 (2nd) |
| Home Runs |
160 (Tied-16th) |
215 (1st) |
| Walks |
373 (28th) |
590 (1st) |
| Stolen Bases |
116 (Tied-10th) |
71 (26th) |
| Strikeouts |
1003 (29th) |
1157 (22nd) |
| Pitches |
20243 (26th) |
22105 (1st) |
New York Yankees recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/9/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
W |
10-4 |
| 9/8/24 |
@ Chicago Cubs |
L |
2-1 |
| 9/7/24 |
@ Chicago Cubs |
W |
2-0 |
| 9/6/24 |
@ Chicago Cubs |
W |
3-0 |
| 9/4/24 |
@ Texas Rangers |
L |
10-6 |
Kansas City Royals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/9/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
10-4 |
| 9/8/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
W |
2-0 |
| 9/7/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
W |
4-2 |
| 9/6/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
W |
5-0 |
| 9/4/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
W |
4-1 |
Royals vs Yankees predictions
Salvador Perez seems poised to continue his hot streak after racking up a noteworthy four-hit game recently. His stats are impressive this season, and if we look at his batting average and RBIs, it's clear he's a critical component of the Royals' lineup. Bobby Witt Jr. is another player to watch, standing out not only for his speed but also for his ability to connect with the ball effectively, potentially adding crucial runs and setting the stage for some dynamic plays. On the mound, Seth Lugo is expected to bring his A-game. With an ERA of just over 3.00 and a strong strikeout record, he might just be the key to limiting the Yankees' powerful offense.
Speaking of the Yankees, all eyes will be on Aaron Judge, whose phenomenal home run record this season speaks volumes about his power at the plate. His ability to drive in runs and his consistent batting average make him a formidable threat every time he steps up to bat. Marcus Stroman, set to start for the Yankees, has had a tougher season with an ERA over 4.00, but his experience and ability to pull through in crucial moments shouldn't be underestimated. Additionally, the Yankees' lineup boasts depth with players like Giancarlo Stanton, who can change the game's momentum with one swing.
Predicting a winner in this clash of titans is tough, especially with the Royals coming off a strong performance from Perez and the Yankees consistently showing why they're top of their division. However, considering the overall team stats, pitching strengths, and the Yankees' formidable lineup at Yankee Stadium, it leans slightly towards the New York Yankees clinching this game. They have shown resilience and the ability to come out on top in closely contested games, which might just be the edge they need in this matchup.
New York Yankees injuries
- Cody Poteet (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Lou Trivino (RP): 60-Day-IL
- JT Brubaker (SP): 60-Day-IL
- DJ LeMahieu (3B): 10-Day-IL
- Jonathan Loaisiga (RP): 60-Day-IL
Kansas City Royals injuries
- Will Smith (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Hunter Harvey (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Michael Lorenzen (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Josh Taylor (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Vinnie Pasquantino (1B): 10-Day-IL
Royals vs Yankees game info
| Venue |
Yankee Stadium |
| Location |
Bronx, New York |
| First pitch |
Tue 7:05 PM |
| Temperature |
75° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
