Tampa Bay Rays @ Kansas City Royals Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 6/25/2025 7:40 PM EDT

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Tampa Bay Rays @ Kansas City Royals Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Tampa Bay Rays -125, Kansas City Royals +105.
Best Total Odds: Over/Under 9 runs (-110).

Game Info

Date: June 25, 2025
Time: 7:40 PM EDT
Location: Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO
TV: -

Tampa Bay Rays @ Kansas City Royals Preview

The Tampa Bay Rays and Kansas City Royals meet for the second game of their series at Kauffman Stadium. The Rays took the first game with a commanding 5-1 victory, showcasing their strong pitching and timely hitting. Tampa Bay has been a consistent force this season, while Kansas City has struggled to find consistency, especially against top-tier teams. The Royals will look to bounce back at home, but the Rays' depth and momentum make them a tough opponent.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their most recent matchup on June 24, 2025, the Rays defeated the Royals 5-1. Earlier this season, the teams split a two-game series in May, with Kansas City winning 8-2 on May 1 and 3-0 on April 30. Overall, the Rays have had the upper hand in recent meetings, leveraging their superior pitching and offensive depth to secure victories.

Pick: Tampa Bay Rays Moneyline (-125)

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The Rays are the more consistent team and have shown their ability to dominate the Royals, as evidenced by their 5-1 win in the series opener. With their strong pitching staff and balanced lineup, Tampa Bay is well-positioned to secure another victory. Kansas City’s struggles against quality opponents further solidify this pick.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Over 1.5 Total Bases for Wander Franco (+120)

Wander Franco has been a key contributor for the Rays, consistently finding ways to get on base and deliver extra-base hits. Against a Royals pitching staff that has struggled, Franco is a strong candidate to exceed this line.

2. Over 5.5 Strikeouts for Tampa Bay Starting Pitcher (-110)

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The Rays’ starting pitcher has been effective at generating strikeouts, and the Royals’ lineup has shown a tendency to strike out frequently. This makes the over on strikeouts a solid play.

3. Salvador Perez to Record an RBI (+150)

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As the Royals’ most reliable offensive weapon, Salvador Perez is always a threat to drive in runs. If Kansas City can generate baserunners, Perez is likely to capitalize on those opportunities.

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