Rays vs Royals starting pitchers
Rays vs Royals statistics
| Stat |
Rays |
Royals |
| Hits |
670 (20th) |
703 (14th) |
| Batting Average |
.236 (20th) |
.244 (14th) |
| Runs Batted In |
319 (25th) |
381 (10th) |
| Runs |
342 (24th) |
393 (12th) |
| Home Runs |
77 (Tied-27th) |
87 (Tied-16th) |
| Walks |
268 (Tied-10th) |
241 (Tied-22nd) |
| Stolen Bases |
84 (5th) |
77 (7th) |
| Strikeouts |
765 (7th) |
611 (28th) |
| Pitches |
12772 (6th) |
12129 (23rd) |
Kansas City Royals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/2/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Rays |
L |
5-1 |
| 6/30/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
W |
6-2 |
| 6/29/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
L |
7-2 |
| 6/28/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
W |
10-3 |
| 6/27/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
W |
2-1 |
Tampa Bay Rays recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/2/24 |
@ Kansas City Royals |
W |
5-1 |
| 6/30/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
W |
5-0 |
| 6/29/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
L |
8-1 |
| 6/28/24 |
vs Washington Nationals |
W |
3-1 |
| 6/26/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
L |
5-2 |
Rays vs Royals predictions
Ah, the Tampa Bay Rays versus the Kansas City Royals – a matchup that's sure to bring fireworks! Focusing on some key players for the Rays, Randy Arozarena and Yandy Diaz are expected to shine brightly in this contest. Arozarena, known for his solid batting and speedy base running, could definitely rack up some crucial hits and potentially swipe a base or two. Meanwhile, Diaz's incredible ability to connect bat to ball should see him reaching base frequently, boosting the Rays' chances to score when they need it most.
Switching gears to the Royals, Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez are the heavy hitters to watch. Witt Jr., with his impressive batting average, could be a nightmare for the Rays' pitchers if he gets on a roll. His ability to drive in runs and steal bases adds an extra layer of threat. On the other hand, Perez, always a home run threat, could change the game's momentum with just one swing. These two are pivotal if the Royals are going to put up a significant fight.
Considering the form and firepower of both teams, predicting a winner here isn't easy, but I'm leaning towards the Kansas City Royals pulling off a narrow victory. Their blend of youthful energy and veteran presence might just be enough to edge out the Rays in what promises to be a closely contested battle. Remember, in baseball, it's often the little things - a timely hit or a crucial defensive play - that can tilt the scales, and in this case, the scales seem slightly tipped in favor of Kansas City. What do you think, will the Royals ride their momentum to grab another win, or can the Rays cool them off?
Kansas City Royals injuries
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Rays vs Royals game info
| Venue |
Kauffman Stadium |
| Location |
Kansas City, Missouri |
| First pitch |
Wed 8:10 PM |
| Temperature |
89° |
| Chance of Rain |
47% |
