Pittsburgh Pirates @ Kansas City Royals Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 7/8/2025 7:40 PM EDT

We have your Pittsburgh Pirates @ Kansas City Royals prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Pittsburgh Pirates hit the road to face the Kansas City Royals.

Pittsburgh Pirates @ Kansas City Royals Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Pirates (+118), Royals (-141).
Best Spread Odds: Royals -1.5.
Best Total Odds: 8.0 runs.

Game Info

Date: July 8, 2025
Time: 7:40 PM EDT
Location: Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO
TV: -

Pittsburgh Pirates @ Kansas City Royals Preview

The Kansas City Royals host the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second game of their series. The Royals are coming off a dominant 9-3 victory in the first game, showcasing their offensive firepower. With playoff hopes on the line, Kansas City will look to maintain their momentum at home. Meanwhile, the Pirates will aim to bounce back and avoid consecutive losses. This matchup features a Royals team that has been strong at home and a Pirates squad looking to regain consistency on the road.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their last five matchups, the Royals hold a 4-1 record against the Pirates, including a commanding 9-3 win in their most recent meeting on July 7, 2025. Kansas City has consistently performed well against Pittsburgh, leveraging their home-field advantage to secure victories. The Pirates will need to overcome this trend to even the series.

Pick: Royals Moneyline (-141)

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The Royals are the pick on the moneyline. With their recent success against the Pirates and strong performance at home, Kansas City is in a favorable position to secure another win. Their offense has been clicking, as evidenced by their nine-run output in the series opener, and they have the momentum to carry them through this matchup.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Over 1.5 Total Bases for Bobby Witt Jr.

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Bobby Witt Jr. has been a key contributor for the Royals, and his ability to generate extra-base hits makes this prop appealing. With the Pirates' pitching staff struggling in the previous game, Witt Jr. is well-positioned to capitalize.

2. Over 0.5 RBIs for Salvador Perez

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Salvador Perez remains a reliable run producer for Kansas City. Given the Royals' offensive momentum, Perez is a strong candidate to drive in at least one run in this game.

3. Over 4.5 Strikeouts for Royals Starting Pitcher

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The Royals' starting pitcher has a favorable matchup against a Pirates lineup that has shown vulnerability to strikeouts. This line offers value given the Pirates' recent struggles at the plate.

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