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Kansas City Royals vs. New York Yankees: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 14, 2025

Updated on:
Apr 15, 2025 7:15 PM
The New York Yankees, sitting at 8-7 on the season and 5-4 at home, look to capitalize on their Yankee Stadium advantage as they kick off a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals on Monday, April 14th at 7:05 PM. The Royals, 8-8 overall and 2-4 on the road, will aim to improve their away record in this American League matchup.
Kansas City Royals vs New York Yankees

Current Odds

KC
NYY
Over
6.5
-107
Under
8.5
-105
KC
+1.5
+115
NYY
+1.5
-130
KC
ML
+250
NYY
ML
+160

Royals vs Yankees statistics

Stat Royals Yankees
Hits 114 (18th) 131 (7th)
Batting Average .219 (21st) .259 (5th)
Runs Batted In 52 (25th) 91 (2nd)
Runs 52 (25th) 95 (2nd)
Home Runs 8 (Tied-29th) 28 (3rd)
Walks 42 (Tied-24th) 57 (Tied-8th)
Stolen Bases 12 (Tied-15th) 13 (Tied-13th)
Strikeouts 125 (Tied-10th) 145 (Tied-23rd)
Pitches 2263 (13th) 2363 (8th)

New York Yankees recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/13/25 vs San Francisco Giants L 5-4
4/12/25 vs San Francisco Giants W 8-4
4/11/25 vs San Francisco Giants L 9-1 F/6
4/9/25 @ Detroit Tigers W 4-3
4/8/25 @ Detroit Tigers L 5-0

Kansas City Royals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/13/25 @ Cleveland Guardians W 4-2
4/12/25 @ Cleveland Guardians L 6-3
4/11/25 @ Cleveland Guardians L 7-0
4/10/25 vs Minnesota Twins W 3-2
4/9/25 vs Minnesota Twins L 4-0

New York Yankees injuries

  • Brennen Davis (CF): Day-To-Day
  • Clarke Schmidt (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Marcus Stroman (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Clayton Beeter (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • DJ LeMahieu (3B): 10-Day-IL

Kansas City Royals injuries

  • Jonathan India (2B): Day-To-Day
  • Blake Mitchell (C): Day-To-Day
  • Mark Canha (1B): 10-Day-IL
  • Dairon Blanco (LF): 10-Day-IL
  • Christian Chamberlain (RP): Day-To-Day

Royals vs Yankees game info

Type Info
Venue Yankee Stadium
Location Bronx, New York
First pitch Mon 7:05 PM
TV MLB Net
Temperature 58°
Chance of Rain 1%

Royals vs Yankees predictions

When the Kansas City Royals face off against the New York Yankees, there's plenty to look forward to, especially from Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez. Witt Jr., with his impressive batting average of .305, should continue to be a key player. I can almost see him making a significant impact, likely crossing home plate a couple of times and contributing with some sharp hitting. Meanwhile, Perez is no stranger to the spotlight, and while he's known for his power, look for him to add a few more hits and maybe even send one out of the park. Also, keep an eye on Vinnie Pasquantino, who should continue his knack for driving in runs. He's the sort of player who can change the momentum with just one swing.

Now, shifting the focus to the Bronx Bombers, the Yankees are loaded with talent. Aaron Judge, with his impressive power and 20 RBIs so far, seems primed to be a game-changer again. You can almost picture him snagging a couple of hits and possibly clearing the fences. Paul Goldschmidt, with his standout .357 batting average, should also provide a consistent offensive threat, perhaps setting the stage for Judge to drive him in. Don't forget about Carlos Carrasco on the mound; while he's projected to give a decent outing, handling the Royals' lineup is never an easy task. His performance could very well tip the balance for the Yanks.

As for who might walk away with the win, it's a close call, given how both teams stack up. The Yankees, playing at home with a somewhat better record, seem to have a slight edge. With their powerful lineup boasting the likes of Judge and Goldschmidt, they could very well overwhelm the Royals' pitching staff. Yet, the Royals can't be underestimated, particularly if Witt Jr. and Perez find their rhythm. It's going to be a tight game, but if I had to pick a side, I'd say the Yankees are more likely to come out on top in this one. But hey, that's the beauty of baseball – anything can happen, and it often does. What do you think?

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