MLB Game Preview: Athletics (27-44) vs. Kansas City Royals (34-36)

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The Athletics and Kansas City Royals face off in Game 2 of their weekend series 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 five-game home losing skid.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Oakland Athletics vs. Kansas City Royals
  • Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
  • Time: 4:10 PM ET
  • Venue: Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO
  • TV Broadcast: MLB Network, Bally Sports Kansas City, NBC Sports California
  • Betting Odds: Royals -157 Athletics +131 Over/Under: 9.5 runs

Athletics: Seeking Back-to-Back Wins

The Athletics (27-44) 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: TBD – Oakland has yet to announce their starter for Game 2.

Oakland has been strong when out-hitting opponents, posting a 23-8 record in such games.

Kansas City Royals: Looking to End Home Losing Streak

The Royals (34-36) have struggled at home, dropping five 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: Michael Lorenzen (4-6, 4.94 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                              9.5

Kansas City Royals           – 164

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 13, 2025

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