Athletics vs. Royals Best Over/Under 5/19/24

Oakland Athletics vs. Kansas City Royals Game Pick

The Oakland Athletics take on the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Sunday, May 19th, at 2:10 PM EDT

Oakland Athletics vs. Kansas City Royals Odds

Moneyline: Athletics +145 (BetMGM), Royals -164 (FanDuel)

Run Line: Athletics +1.5 (-140 Caesars Casino), Royals -1.5 (+126 FanDuel)

Total: Over 8.5 (-115 BetMGM), Under 9.0 (-110 BetRivers)

Starting Pitchers

Athletics: JP Sears (3.96 ERA; 1.14 WHIP)

Royals: Brady Singer (2.84 ERA; 1.10 WHIP)

Betting Trends

ATS: Athletics: 24-24 Royals: 23-24

Over/Under: Athletics: 24-23-1 Royals: 23-23-1

Matchup Preview

The Oakland Athletics will face off against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Sunday, May 19th, at 2:10 PM EDT. In their previous matchups, the Royals emerged victorious in both games. The Athletics will be looking to turn the tide in this matchup and secure a win.

Abraham Toro has been a standout performer for the Athletics with a .293 batting average, .343 on-base percentage, and .446 slugging percentage. He has contributed 4 home runs and 17 RBI to the team's offense. Brent Rooker has also been a key contributor with a .272 batting average, .355 on-base percentage, and .568 slugging percentage. He has hit 10 home runs and driven in 28 runs. JJ Bleday has added power to the lineup with 5 home runs and 18 RBI.

On the other side, the Royals have seen strong performances from Salvador Perez, who boasts a .335 batting average, .403 on-base percentage, and .557 slugging percentage. He has hit 8 home runs and driven in 34 runs. Bobby Witt Jr. has also been a consistent contributor with a .291 batting average, .355 on-base percentage, and .497 slugging percentage. He has hit 5 home runs and driven in 23 runs. Maikel Garcia has added power to the lineup with 5 home runs and 28 RBI.

Both teams have shown offensive firepower, but the Athletics will need to find a way to neutralize the Royals' strong lineup. The pitching matchup will be crucial in determining the outcome of this game. JP Sears will take the mound for the Athletics with a 3.96 ERA and a 1.14 WHIP. He will face off against Brady Singer of the Royals, who has a 2.84 ERA and a 1.10 WHIP.

Based on the provided data, the Athletics have a strong chance of bouncing back and securing a win in this matchup. Their lineup has shown the ability to produce runs, and if their pitching can effectively shut down the Royals' offense, they should come out on top.

Our pick: over