Boston Red Sox set to host Kansas City Royals at home after an impressive run; Royals looking to disrupt Red Sox's momentum on their turf.
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Kansas City Royals, once touted as a Wild Card contender, find themselves in the undesirable position of irrelevance in the American League. Their offense has largely flopped, and their pitching, far from decent, leaves much to be desired. From a betting perspective, the Royals have been profitable for over bettors, but it's little consolation for those who've backed the team.
In stark contrast, Boston boasts an offense that can out-hit most teams and pitching that's holding its own. Whether they can sustain this level of performance remains uncertain, but for now, they're cruising along.
The Royals are praying that a visit to Fenway Park will serve as a magic elixir for their bats. Despite their struggles, that's not impossible, as it often sparks opponents' offenses. Their diminishing relevance in the AL is evident, and soon talks will shift towards potential trades for their players.
Boston, meanwhile, is shaping up to be potential buyers when the trade market heats up. A quality starter or two could help them challenge teams like Tampa, Toronto, and New York throughout the season.
Kansas City Royals (33-43) vs Boston Red Sox (47-31), NESN, 7:10 PM ET
Probable Pitchers
- Kansas City Royals: Danny Duffy (4-3, 1.81 ERA)
- Boston Red Sox: Garrett Richards (4-5, 4.74 ERA)
Royals vs Red Sox Betting Odds
- Money Line: Royals +133, Red Sox -160
- Total: OVER 11 (-106), UNDER 11 (-114)
- Run Line: Royals +1.5 (-136), Red Sox -1.5 (+115)
Odds are via BetOnline Sportsbook as of Monday, June 28 at 10:28 am ET. For MLB odds for today's other matchups, check out our MLB odds.
Royals vs Red Sox Betting Consensus
- Moneyline: Royals 60%, Red Sox 40%
- Total: Over 20%, Under 80 %
- Run Line: Royals 80%, Red Sox 20%
Momentum Vs. Crumbling Confidence in Monday's Matchup
Boston's momentum is undeniable, having swept their arch-rivals, the Yankees, over the weekend. Meanwhile, the Royals are fighting an uphill battle, following a sweep at the hands of the lowly Texas Rangers. Momentum can sometimes hinge on a single pitcher's performance.
The Royals are pinning their hopes on lefty Danny Duffy. Though his numbers suggest stellar performance, they also hint at impending regression – a concern when considering his limited number of innings this season. Unpredictability follows Duffy like a shadow.
The Red Sox dominated the Yankees with solid pitching and timely hitting. Over the three weekend wins, they didn't concede more than three runs in any game. Moreover, their ability to deliver timely hits continues, as they average more than five runs per game – one of the highest marks in the league.
The Royals have struggled on the road, with a 15-24 record in SU games. Despite their woes, there's still potential for offensive success, especially if they can find consistency beyond catcher C Salvador Perez. The lineup boasts plenty of power potential with players like Carlos Santana and Jorge Soler.
Danny Duffy Home vs Away
To provide a better snapshot of Danny Duffy's performance, we delved into his past data. In 2025, Duffy posted an impressive ERA of 2.04 at home, with 20 strikeouts and 4 walks in 17.2 innings. On the flip side, his away ERA sits at a respectable 1.67, with 33 strikeouts and 11 walks in 20 innings.
As for Garrett Richards, his 2025 statistics show a higher ERA of 4.74 for home games, compared to 3.96 for away outings. His home stats also reveal more walks than strikeouts, a trend that might give Royal batters some optimism.
Royals vs Red Sox Best Bet: Given the Royals' past success on the road and their offensive potential, as well as our analysis of Danny Duffy's away performance, we're leaning towards a Royals run line bet. The Red Sox have been impressive, but there's value in backing the underdog in this situation. The uncertainty surrounding Duffy's innings limit and Boston's potential complacency after their recent victories make this an intriguing proposition.
In the upcoming matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Boston Red Sox, the Royals are banking on lefty Danny Duffy's away performance to spark their offense, which has struggled mightily on the road. Despite Boston's recently impressive form, the Royals' potential run line bet offers an intriguing opportunity, given Duffy's past success on the road and the Red Sox's potential complacency.
