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Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 18, 2025

Updated on:
Apr 19, 2025 12:42 AM
The Kansas City Royals look to snap a road skid as they face the first-place Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Friday, April 18, 2025. The Tigers, led by their strong 6-1 home record, aim to extend their series lead over the Royals, who are struggling with a 2-8 record away from home. This American League Central showdown is set to begin at 6:40 PM.
Kansas City Royals vs Detroit Tigers

Current Odds

KC
DET
Over
8.0
-105
Under
8.0
+105
KC
-1.5
+170
DET
-1.5
+171
KC
ML
+114
DET
ML
-120

Royals vs Tigers statistics

Stat Royals Tigers
Hits 133 (23rd) 155 (11th)
Batting Average .207 (28th) .243 (11th)
Runs Batted In 59 (Tied-26th) 84 (Tied-7th)
Runs 59 (28th) 87 (10th)
Home Runs 10 (30th) 20 (Tied-13th)
Walks 55 (25th) 71 (Tied-8th)
Stolen Bases 12 (Tied-17th) 7 (29th)
Strikeouts 155 (14th) 182 (Tied-26th)
Pitches 2786 (15th) 2859 (9th)

Detroit Tigers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/17/25 vs Kansas City Royals W 6-1
4/16/25 @ Milwaukee Brewers L 5-1
4/15/25 @ Milwaukee Brewers L 5-0
4/14/25 @ Milwaukee Brewers W 9-1
4/13/25 @ Minnesota Twins L 5-1

Kansas City Royals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/17/25 @ Detroit Tigers L 6-1
4/16/25 @ New York Yankees L 4-3
4/15/25 @ New York Yankees L 4-2
4/14/25 @ New York Yankees L 4-1
4/13/25 @ Cleveland Guardians W 4-2

Detroit Tigers injuries

  • Manuel Margot (LF): 10-Day-IL
  • Brian Serven (C): Day-To-Day
  • Angel De Jesus (RP): Out
  • Matt Vierling (CF): 10-Day-IL
  • Wilmer Flores (SP): Day-To-Day

Kansas City Royals injuries

  • Mark Canha (1B): 10-Day-IL
  • Blake Mitchell (C): Day-To-Day
  • Dairon Blanco (LF): 10-Day-IL
  • Christian Chamberlain (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Hunter Harvey (RP): 15-Day-IL

Royals vs Tigers game info

Type Info
Venue Comerica Park
Location Detroit, Michigan
First pitch Fri 6:40 PM
Temperature 79°
Chance of Rain 20%

Royals vs Tigers predictions

When it comes to the lineup of the Kansas City Royals, keep your eyes peeled for notable performances from their standouts. Vinnie Pasquantino, showing promise with competitive swings, is likely to make a significant impact, driving in crucial runs given his knack for finding the gaps in the defense. Bobby Witt Jr., sporting a healthy .307 batting average, seems poised to shine once again. Expect him to stretch the bases and find himself scoring opportunities. He's a key piece of the Royals’ offensive engine, and fans are hoping he fuels a triumph over the Tigers. Meanwhile, Salvador Perez, known for delivering the long ball, might just add another home run to his count. Perez's big swings could certainly be the turning point Kansas City needs to halt their road woes.

Switching gears to the Detroit Tigers, they're counting on their offensive arsenal to stay dominant. Spencer Torkelson, a power-hitting first baseman, holds the mantle strongly with his team-leading six home runs. There's a good chance he’ll put on a power display against the Royals’ pitching. Kerry Carpenter, who's methodically hitting his way up the ranks, maintains a steady batting average that can frustrate opposing pitchers. And let's not overlook Javier Baez, who has the potential to rattle the defense with his speed and agility. Whether it's forcing the Royals into errors or taking an unexpected extra base, Baez’s cunning on the field might just be the ace up Detroit’s sleeve in this matchup.

With all these dynamics in play, this clash at Comerica Park is bound to be an exciting showdown. Given the strength in their lineup and their impressive form at home, holding a robust 6-1 record, the Tigers appear to have a slight edge. That being said, don't count the Royals out just yet. They're hungry to stop their road skid and have some formidable talent ready to step up. However, considering the current trajectory and on-field prowess, the Detroit Tigers may just squeak by with the victory, with their offense being the difference-maker. What do you think? Will the home-field advantage be enough for Detroit to come out on top again, or will Kansas City find a way to upset the Tigers’ party?

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