San Francisco Giants vs. Kansas City Royals: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 22, 2024

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Sep 22, 2024 6:14 AM
The Kansas City Royals aim to break their home skid as they host the San Francisco Giants at Kauffman Stadium on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 2:10 PM. The Royals, currently 45-35 at home, look to even the series after dropping the first two games to the Giants. With their 82-73 overall record on the line, the Royals seek a crucial win to stay competitive in the AL Central.
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Giants vs Royals starting pitchers

  • Seth Lugo for Kansas City Royals
  • Blake Snell for San Francisco Giants

Giants vs Royals statistics

Stat Giants Royals
Hits 1244 (20th) 1306 (9th)
Batting Average .238 (21st) .251 (7th)
Runs Batted In 632 (Tied-17th) 697 (9th)
Runs 662 (17th) 719 (9th)
Home Runs 168 (18th) 167 (19th)
Walks 474 (12th) 408 (28th)
Stolen Bases 66 (28th) 129 (10th)
Strikeouts 1385 (11th) 1090 (29th)
Pitches 22829 (13th) 21794 (26th)

Kansas City Royals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/21/24 vs San Francisco Giants L 9-0
9/20/24 vs San Francisco Giants L 2-1
9/18/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 4-2
9/17/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 3-1 F/10
9/16/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 7-6

San Francisco Giants recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/21/24 @ Kansas City Royals W 9-0
9/20/24 @ Kansas City Royals W 2-1
9/19/24 @ Baltimore Orioles L 5-3
9/18/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 5-3
9/17/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 10-0

Giants vs Royals predictions

As the San Francisco Giants gear up to take on the Kansas City Royals, eyes will be on Heliot Ramos and Matt Chapman to lead the charge. Ramos, with a batting average of .267 and a knack for timely hits, could potentially disrupt the Royals' pitchers, especially in clutch situations. Meanwhile, Chapman, boasting 26 home runs this season, poses a significant threat with his power at the plate. Both players are anticipated to be central figures in the Giants’ lineup, potentially impacting the game's outcome with their bats and on-field smarts.

Turning attention to the Kansas City Royals, Bobby Witt Jr. is a player who continually captures the spotlight. With a stellar .334 batting average and power that has produced 32 home runs, his performance at the plate will be critical for the Royals. Moreover, the impact of Salvador Perez cannot be understated; his leadership and experience, combined with a batting average sitting comfortably in the .270s, make him a formidable player who could very well sway the game in Kansas City's favor.

Considering the lineup strengths and recent performances, the Royals might just have the edge in this matchup. With Witt Jr.'s impressive consistency and Perez's veteran presence, Kansas City appears well-poised to challenge the Giants' pitching staff. Moreover, playing at home could give them the additional boost needed to overcome their opponents. Thus, while it's bound to be a close game given the talents on both sides, the Royals could likely emerge victorious, much to the delight of their home crowd.

Kansas City Royals injuries

  • Hunter Harvey (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Will Smith (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Michael Lorenzen (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Josh Taylor (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Chris Stratton (RP): 15-Day-IL

San Francisco Giants injuries

  • Thomas Szapucki (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Robbie Ray (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Randy Rodriguez (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Jordan Hicks (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Tom Murphy (C): 60-Day-IL

Giants vs Royals game info

Venue Kauffman Stadium
Location Kansas City, Missouri
First pitch Sun 2:10 PM
Temperature 65°
Chance of Rain 74%

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