On the evening of May 11, 2024, the Kansas City Royals are set to clash with the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, with the first pitch scheduled for 9:38 PM under clear skies. The Royals will send Cole Ragans to the mound, who carries an impressive 3.375 ERA into the game, while the Angels will counter with Tyler Anderson, who has posted a strong 2.742 ERA this season.
The Royals, currently fourth in the AL Central with a record of 24-16, are riding a three-game winning streak, demonstrating strong form with seven wins in their last ten outings. Their road record stands at 9-8. Conversely, the Angels have struggled this season, positioned at the bottom of the AL West with a 14-25 record, facing difficulties both at home and on the road.
Turning our focus to betting odds, the Royals are favored with a Point Spread of 1.5 and an Over/Under set at 7.5 runs for the entire game. Those betting on the Royals to win outright will find the Money Line at -148, indicating their favored status. Meanwhile, an Angels upset victory provides a Money Line of +123, reflecting their underdog position. These odds suggest a closely contested match, potentially favoring the Royals given their recent form and pitching advantage.