Texas Rangers @ Kansas City Royals Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 8/21/2025 2:10 PM EDT

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Texas Rangers @ Kansas City Royals Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Kansas City Royals -118 (Fanduel) / Texas Rangers +105 (Caesars)
Best Spread Odds: Kansas City Royals -1.5 (-195 Caesars) / Texas Rangers +1.5 (-188 Fanduel)
Best Total Odds: Over 9.0 (-115 Caesars) / Under 9.5 (-130 ESPN BET)

Game Info

Date: 2025-08-21
Time: 2:10 PM EDT
Location: Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO
TV: RSN, FDSNKC, MLBN

Texas Rangers @ Kansas City Royals Preview

The Texas Rangers (63-65, 3rd AL West) head to Kauffman Stadium to conclude their four-game series against the Kansas City Royals (65-62, 2nd AL Central). The Rangers managed to snap the Royals' five-game winning streak yesterday with a 6-3 victory, but Kansas City still holds a 2-1 lead in the series. The Rangers have struggled recently, holding a 3-7 record in their last 10 games, despite boasting a league-leading 3.48 team ERA. Their offense is powered by Corey Seager, who has 19 home runs and a .264 batting average, and Wyatt Langford, contributing 18 home runs and a .244 average.

The Royals, on the other hand, have been hot, winning seven of their last eight games before yesterday's loss, and holding a 7-3 record in their last 10. Their bullpen has been stellar with a 2.36 ERA during this stretch. Offensively, Bobby Witt Jr. has been a force, extending his hitting streak to nine games and nearing his fourth consecutive 20/20 season. Vinnie Pasquantino has also been red-hot, with 16 extra-base hits and 9 home runs since July 23rd. The Royals' team ERA stands at 3.58, ranking third in the league.

On the mound for the Rangers will be left-hander Patrick Corbin (6-9, 4.45 ERA). Corbin has had a rough August, posting a 12.10 ERA over his last three starts and failing to complete 4 1/3 innings in any of them. He allowed four runs in five innings in his last outing against the Royals on June 18th. For the Royals, right-hander Michael Lorenzen (5-8, 4.43 ERA) will get the start. Lorenzen, who was acquired from Texas, will face his former team for the first time in two years. He looked sharp in his return from the IL last week, throwing four scoreless innings against the White Sox, and has not allowed an earned run in his last 11 innings.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The Kansas City Royals currently lead the ongoing four-game series against the Texas Rangers 2-1, despite losing the most recent game 6-3. The Rangers have shown a historical tendency to perform well as underdogs against the Royals, winning five of their last six games in that scenario following a road win. Furthermore, the Rangers have consistently covered the run line in their recent head-to-head matchups against Kansas City. The Royals secured a 5-2 victory over the Rangers on August 19, 2025, where the Rangers were favored on the moneyline at -116.

Pick: Kansas City Royals Moneyline

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The Kansas City Royals are the pick here for several compelling reasons. Despite their recent loss to the Rangers, the Royals have been in excellent form, winning seven of their last eight games prior to yesterday. They hold a strong 7-3 record in their last 10 outings, showcasing consistent performance. A key factor is their success against left-handed pitching, with a 14-9 record this season. Facing Rangers' lefty Patrick Corbin, who has struggled significantly in August with a 12.10 ERA over his last three starts, bodes well for the Royals' offense. Kansas City's current hitters have a combined .308/.341/.527 slash line against Corbin, indicating a favorable matchup. Additionally, Royals pitcher Michael Lorenzen has been sharp, not allowing an earned run in his last 11 innings. The Royals have an implied win probability of 53.49% and sharp money is also leaning towards the Royals moneyline with a 51.41% sharp win percentage.

Top Player Prop Picks

Bobby Witt Jr. Over 2.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs

Bobby Witt Jr. has been on an absolute tear, extending his hitting streak to nine games and delivering a three-hit performance yesterday. He has a fantastic career record against Patrick Corbin, going 5-for-9 with a home run. His .323 batting average against southpaws this season further highlights his strength in this matchup. Given his recent form and historical success against Corbin, Witt Jr. is poised to fill up the stat sheet. You can find this prop at +110 odds.

Marcus Semien Over 1.5 Total Bases

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Marcus Semien has a strong historical matchup against Michael Lorenzen, going 3-for-4 lifetime. He also had a three-hit game yesterday, demonstrating his current offensive rhythm. With his ability to get on base and hit for extra bases, particularly against a pitcher he's had success against, Semien is a solid bet to exceed 1.5 total bases. This prop is available at +110 odds.

Maikel Garcia Over 1.5 Total Bases

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Maikel Garcia has also shown strong numbers against Patrick Corbin, with a career 4-for-8 record including a home run. His ability to connect for extra-base hits against the struggling lefty makes him a good candidate to go over 1.5 total bases in this game. This prop is offered at +105 odds.