The Baltimore Orioles (38-24) will host the Kansas City Royals (18-44), Friday at 7:05 PM ET, in the first game of a three-game series. On the hill for the Orioles will be Tyler Wells (4-2), opposed by the Royals’ Daniel Lynch (0-1).
With the Royals (+160) visiting, the Orioles (-189) are a solid favorite on the moneyline. The over/under for the Orioles-Royals game is set at 8.
Orioles vs. Royals Odds
Run Line
Baltimore Orioles (-1.5)
Moneyline
Orioles (-189)
Total
8 Runs (Over: -113, Under: -108)
When, Where, at What Time is Orioles vs. Royals
- Game Day: Friday, June 9, 2023
- Game Time: 7:05 PM ET
- TV Channel: APLTV
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland
- Stadium: Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Orioles Injury Report
Name | Status | Injury |
---|---|---|
Cedric Mullins | 10-Day Injured List | Groin |
Mychal Givens | 15-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Dillon Tate | 60-Day Injured List | Forearm |
John Means | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Christopher Ramirez | Restricted List | Personal |
Alexis Cruz | Restricted List | Personal |
Isaiah Kearns | Restricted List | Personal |
Royals Injury Report
Name | Status | Injury |
---|---|---|
Kyle Isbel | 10-Day Injured List | Leg |
Brad Keller | 15-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Josh Taylor | 15-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Amir Garrett | 15-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Josh Staumont | 15-Day Injured List | Neck |
Ryan Yarbrough | 60-Day Injured List | Head |
Kris Bubic | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Jake Brentz | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Angel Zerpa | 60-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Diego Hernandez | 60-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
Last Time Out: Orioles and Royals
The Orioles won their most recent contest versus the Brewers by a 6-3 score yesterday, with Keegan Akin picking up the win pitching going 1 1/3 innings without giving up an earned run on one hit, while striking out one. Ramon Urias went 3-for-4 with a double, a home run and an RBI to lead them offensively.
The Royals lost to the Marlins Friday, with Jordan Lyles registering the loss while pitching seven innings, giving up five earned runs on six hits while striking out two. Vinnie Pasquantino went 1-for-4 with a double to lead the Royals’ offense.
Betting Trends
Orioles Betting Records and Team Stats
This season, the Orioles have won 22 out of the 30 games, or 73.3%, in which they’ve been favored. Baltimore has entered six games this season favored by -189 or more and is 5-1 in those contests. The bookmakers’ moneyline implies a 65.4% chance of a victory for the Orioles. Baltimore’s games have gone over the total in 31 of their 62 chances. The Orioles are 38-24-0 against the spread this season.
Name | GP | AVG (Rank) | OBP (Rank) | SLG (Rank) | HR% (Rank) | K% (Rank) | BB% (Rank) |
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Adley Rutschman | 61 | .283 (32) | .399 (9) | .425 (85) | 2.9% (93) | 13.9% (19) | 16.5% (6) |
Adam Frazier | 59 | .235 (119) | .297 (137) | .390 (117) | 2.7% (106) | 11.4% (7) | 7.8% (107) |
Ryan Mountcastle | 60 | .227 (135) | .264 (160) | .421 (89) | 4.2% (41) | 24.5% (107) | 4.6% (151) |
Anthony Santander | 58 | .250 (94) | .323 (99) | .455 (63) | 3.6% (61) | 25% (111) | 9.3% (86) |
Austin Hays | 54 | .302 (14) | .341 (64) | .483 (36) | 2.7% (106) | 24.1% (104) | 5.9% (137) |
Royals Betting Records and Team Stats
The Royals have been underdogs in 50 games this season and have come away with the win 15 times (30%) in those contests. Kansas City has a win-loss record of 4-13 when favored by +160 or worse by sportsbooks this year. The Royals have an implied victory probability of 38.5% according to the moneyline set for this matchup. Kansas City and their opponents have gone over in 26 of their 62 games with a total set by sportsbooks this season. In 62 games with a line this season, the Royals have a mark of 23-39-0 against the spread.
Name | GP | AVG (Rank) | OBP (Rank) | SLG (Rank) | HR% (Rank) | K% (Rank) | BB% (Rank) |
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Vinnie Pasquantino | 60 | .250 (94) | .328 (91) | .443 (72) | 3.5% (66) | 12.1% (9) | 9.8% (70) |
Bobby Witt Jr. | 61 | .234 (121) | .268 (158) | .417 (93) | 3.8% (53) | 21.9% (85) | 4.2% (155) |
Salvador Pérez | 56 | .274 (45) | .311 (116) | .498 (22) | 5.1% (24) | 22.1% (87) | 3.4% (162) |
MJ Melendez | 57 | .218 (143) | .306 (122) | .369 (135) | 2.1% (129) | 30.2% (151) | 11.1% (45) |
Edward Olivares | 46 | .232 (-) | .300 (-) | .413 (-) | 2.9% (-) | 17.6% (-) | 5.9% (-) |
Orioles vs. Royals Picks and Predictions
We predict that the Orioles will pick up the win in this contest, and they’re our choice on the moneyline (-189). If you’re looking for a pick on the over/under, we see the final scoring winding up over the total (8 runs).