The Oakland Athletics and Kansas City Royals face off in the series finale at Kauffman Stadium. The Athletics secured a 6-4 victory in Game 1, snapping their 14-game road losing streak, while the Royals aim to bounce back and end their six-game home losing skid.
Game Details
- Matchup: Oakland Athletics vs. Kansas City Royals
- Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025
- Time: 2:10 PM ET
- Venue: Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO
- TV Broadcast: MLB Network, Bally Sports Kansas City, NBC Sports California
Oakland Athletics: Seeking Back-to-Back Wins
The Athletics (28-44) snapped their road losing streak with a 6-4 victory, powered by Austin Wynns and Luis Urías, who both homered. Luis Severino pitched 7 2/3 strong innings, securing his second win of the season.
Key Players to Watch (Athletics)
- Jacob Wilson – Leads all rookies in batting average (.367), OPS (.919), hits (95), and RBIs (38).
- Brent Rooker – Batting .498, with 15 home runs and 38 RBIs.
- Max Muncy – Delivered a two-run single in Game 1, adding offensive depth.
- Starting Pitcher: Jeffrey Springs (5-5, 4.64 ERA) – Looking to build off his recent form.
Oakland has been strong when out-hitting opponents, posting a 25-8 record in such games.
Kansas City Royals: Looking to End Home Losing Streak
The Royals (34-37) have struggled at home, dropping six straight games. Despite their strong pitching rotation, their offense has been inconsistent, ranking last in MLB in home runs (43).
Key Players to Watch (Royals)
- Bobby Witt Jr. – Batting .278, with 22 doubles, three triples, and eight home runs.
- Vinnie Pasquantino – Hitting .400 over his last 10 games, with two home runs and seven RBIs.
- Maikel Garcia – Leads the team with a .302 batting average, showcasing his breakout season.
- Starting Pitcher: Noah Cameron (2-2, 2.17 ERA) – Looking to rebound after a tough outing.
Kansas City has been dominant when scoring first, posting a 19-17 home record.
Game Odds
Athletics 9
Kansas City Royals – 158
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 14, 2025
