Kansas City Royals @ Tampa Bay Rays Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 5/1/2025 1:10 PM EDT

We have your Kansas City Royals @ Tampa Bay Rays prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Tampa Bay Rays host the Kansas City Royals in an exciting MLB matchup.

Kansas City Royals @ Tampa Bay Rays Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Tampa Bay Rays -135 | Kansas City Royals +120
Best Spread Odds: Tampa Bay Rays -1.5 (+146) | Kansas City Royals +1.5 (-178)
Best Total Odds: Over/Under 8 (-110)

Game Info

Date: May 1, 2025
Time: 1:10 PM EDT
Location: George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa, FL
TV: -

Kansas City Royals @ Tampa Bay Rays Preview

The Kansas City Royals and Tampa Bay Rays face off in the final game of their series. The Royals are coming off a strong 3-0 victory over the Rays in the previous game, showcasing solid pitching and timely hitting. Tampa Bay, however, remains a formidable opponent, especially at home, and will look to bounce back with Shane Baz on the mound. Kansas City counters with Seth Lugo, who has been reliable in recent outings. This game could hinge on the performance of the starting pitchers and the ability of each team to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their most recent matchup on April 30, 2025, the Kansas City Royals shut out the Tampa Bay Rays 3-0. Historically, the Rays have had the upper hand in this matchup, but the Royals' recent win could signal a shift in momentum. The Rays are 8-3 in their last 11 games when the total is set at 11.0 or higher, while the Royals have shown resilience as underdogs, making this an intriguing contest.

Pick: Tampa Bay Rays Moneyline (-135)

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The Tampa Bay Rays are favored to win this game, and for good reason. Despite their loss in the previous game, they have a strong home record and a reliable starter in Shane Baz. The Royals' offense has been inconsistent, and Tampa Bay's ability to bounce back after losses makes them a solid pick on the moneyline.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Shane Baz Over 6.5 Strikeouts (-110)

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Shane Baz has been a strikeout machine this season, and facing a Royals lineup that has struggled against right-handed pitching, he is poised to rack up the Ks. Look for Baz to dominate on the mound and surpass this line.

2. Seth Lugo Under 4.5 Strikeouts (-115)

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Seth Lugo has been effective but not overpowering, and the Rays' lineup is disciplined at the plate. Expect Lugo to pitch to contact, keeping his strikeout total under this line.

3. Randy Arozarena Over 1.5 Total Bases (+120)

Randy Arozarena has been a key offensive contributor for the Rays and thrives in home games. With his ability to hit for power and average, he is a strong candidate to exceed 1.5 total bases in this matchup.

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