Ny Yankees vs Kansas City Royals Picks and Predictions September 10th 2024

Both the Royals and Yankees are sending out quality starters for Tuesday’s matchup, as Seth Lugo is going for the Royals, and he will be facing off against Marcus Stroman. The Royals are 79-66 this season, while the Yankees are 83-61, and New York is currently favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -143 compared to the Royals at +121. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs.

YES will be televising Tuesday’s game, which is set to get underway at 7:05 PM ET from Yankee Stadium in New York, NY. In the AL Central, the Royals are in 2nd place, while the Yankees are leading the AL East.

Kansas City vs. New York Key Information

• Teams: Royals at Yankees
• Where: Yankee Stadium New York
• Date: Tuesday, September 10th
• Betting Odds NYY -143 | KC +121 O/U 8.5

The Royals Can Win If…

Seth Lugo gets the start for the Royals today as he faces the Yankees on the road. So far this season, he has made 29 starts and has a record of 15-8. Lugo’s ERA for the season is 3.05, along with a WHIP of 1.11. In his 29 appearances, he has turned in 20 quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he went seven innings, giving up just one earned run. Lugo has been pitching well recently, as he has allowed two earned runs or fewer in four of his last five outings. Per nine innings, he is averaging 7.69 strikeouts and just 2.18 walks.

Heading into today’s game, the Royals are averaging 4.7 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. At home, they have been even better, putting up an average of 5 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .253, which is 7th in the league, and are also one of the league’s best teams at avoiding strikeouts. Kansas City’s offense is led by Bobby Witt Jr., who is batting .335 this season and has a league-high 98 RBIs to go along with 30 homers.

Witt Jr. has been in a bit of a slump of late, hitting just .233 over his last eight games. Salvador Perez has also been struggling, with a batting average of .241 in his last eight games. However, Perez has gone deep in two straight games. Tommy Pham has four RBIs in his last eight games and is batting .250 during that stretch.

• The Royals are 4-6 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the Royals are 4-1 vs. the run line.
• Kansas City has an over/under record of 2-7-1 in their last ten games.
• The Royals have an average of 3.8 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten road games, the Royals are 4-6
• Looking back across the Royals last five games as the favorite, they are 4-1
• Kansas City has gone 1-2 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the Royals have averaged 4.5 runs per game on offense

The Yankees Can Win If…

New York is sending Marcus Stroman to the mound today vs. the Royals, and he will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Rangers. In that start, he took the loss, going just 3 2/3 innings and giving up five earned runs. Before that outing, Stroman had picked up the win in two straight starts. His record for the season is 10-7, and his ERA is 4.03. Stroman’s WHIP for the season is 1.42. Looking at his home/away splits, Stroman is 5-5 at home with a 5.79 ERA compared to 5-2 on the road with a 3.81 ERA.

Heading into today’s game, the Yankees are the league’s top-scoring offense, averaging 5.1 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.2 runs per contest. New York’s offense has been led by Aaron Judge and Juan Soto, who are 1st and 2nd in home runs, respectively, and are also the league’s top two hitters in terms of RBIs. Judge is batting .322 for the season, while Soto comes in at .292.

Over his last seven games, Gleyber Torres has gone 12/29, but he has yet to hit a home run in that stretch. Juan Soto has also been swinging a good bat of late, going 7/22 with a homer in his last seven games. Alex Verdugo has also been swinging a good bat, going 7/24 in his last seven games.

• The Yankees are 5-5 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the Yankees are 3-2 vs. the run line.
• New York has an over/under record of 7-3 in their last ten games.
• The Yankees have an average of 4.4 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten home games, the Yankees are 4-6
• Looking back across the Yankees last five games as the favorite, they are 3-2
• New York has gone 2-1 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the Yankees have averaged 3.5 runs per game on offense

Dominguez Set for a Key Role in Yankees’ Lineup

The New York Yankees continue their three-game series against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday, and all eyes are on rising star Jasson Dominguez. The 21-year-old outfielder, fresh off his call-up from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, wasted no time making his mark. In Monday’s 10-4 win, Dominguez went 1-for-4 with a single, a stolen base, and a run scored, giving Yankees fans plenty of reasons to be excited.

Despite not being part of the initial September call-ups, Dominguez has quickly become a key piece of the lineup. Manager Aaron Boone is thrilled with what he’s seen so far. “I’ve been a huge fan ever since I met him. Just love his makeup, his talent, and he’s earned this opportunity,” Boone said.

With the Yankees (83-61) pushing hard for a playoff spot, Dominguez’s continued development will be crucial. The Yankees have won three of their last four games, putting them 1 1/2 games ahead of the Baltimore Orioles in the tight AL East race. Dominguez’s bat and energy could be the spark they need as the postseason looms.

Austin Wells Adds Power to Yankees’ Surge

It’s not just Dominguez making waves for the Yankees. Catcher Austin Wells has been red-hot at the plate, adding serious firepower to New York’s offense. Wells blasted a three-run homer and an RBI double in Monday’s victory, continuing his impressive stretch. Over his last 36 games, Wells has hit .303 with seven home runs, proving to be a reliable threat in the middle of the order.

Boone has been impressed with Wells’ mature approach at the plate. “Whether you get a result or not, it’s the quality of the at-bat that stands out,” Boone said. With Wells and Dominguez leading the charge, the Yankees’ lineup is showing signs of life just when they need it most.

Royals Look to Bounce Back After Tough Loss

The Kansas City Royals (79-66) had their four-game winning streak snapped in Monday’s 10-4 loss, a setback that pushed them 3 1/2 games behind the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians. Despite the loss, veteran catcher Salvador Perez was a bright spot for Kansas City, going 4-for-4 with a home run and driving in three of the Royals’ four runs.

Perez acknowledged the team’s struggles but remained optimistic. “Just a bad day today. It’s part of the game. If we win, we win together. If we lose, we lose together,” Perez said. The Royals will need a strong showing from both their offense and bullpen on Tuesday if they want to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Pitching Showdown: Stroman vs. Lugo

Tuesday’s game will see two veteran right-handers take the mound: Marcus Stroman for the Yankees and Seth Lugo for the Royals.

Marcus Stroman (10-7, 4.03 ERA) is looking to bounce back after a rough outing against the Texas Rangers, where he gave up five runs on nine hits in just 3 2/3 innings. Despite the recent struggles, Stroman has been solid overall, going 3-0 with a 2.35 ERA in his four starts prior to the Rangers game. He also has a strong track record against the Royals, boasting a 4-1 record with a 2.52 ERA in six career starts, including 5 2/3 scoreless innings in a win earlier this season.

On the other side, Seth Lugo (15-8, 3.05 ERA) has been one of Kansas City’s most reliable arms. He’s coming off a dominant start against the Cleveland Guardians, where he allowed just one run on six hits over seven innings. Lugo has been a workhorse for the Royals this season, completing at least six innings in 23 of his 29 starts. While Lugo has a respectable 4-2 record and 3.18 ERA in 13 career appearances against the Yankees, he struggled in their previous matchup this year, allowing four runs over seven innings in a 4-2 loss.

Key Players to Watch

• Jasson Dominguez (NYY): The Yankees’ top prospect is showing he belongs in the big leagues. His speed, energy, and potential at the plate make him a player to keep an eye on as the Yankees continue their playoff push.
• Austin Wells (NYY): Wells has been on fire, and after his power display on Monday, the catcher will be looking to extend his hot streak and keep delivering in key moments for New York.
• Salvador Perez (KC): The Royals’ veteran catcher has been one of the few bright spots for Kansas City lately, and his ability to produce offensively will be crucial as the Royals fight to stay in the playoff hunt.
• Marcus Stroman (NYY): After a rough outing against the Rangers, Stroman is looking for a bounce-back performance. His past success against the Royals gives the Yankees confidence he can deliver a strong start.
• Seth Lugo (KC): Lugo has been a workhorse for Kansas City, and they’ll need him to be sharp to avoid falling further behind in the standings.

What’s at Stake

The Yankees are looking to build momentum as they push for a playoff spot. A win on Tuesday would give them the series lead and help solidify their position in the AL East as the postseason approaches. With emerging stars like Dominguez and Wells providing a spark, the Yankees are hoping to keep the pressure on their division rivals.

For the Royals, the stakes are just as high. After Monday’s loss, they’re in danger of falling further behind in the AL Central race. Every game matters if they want to stay in the hunt for a playoff spot, and they’ll need a strong all-around performance to avoid dropping back-to-back games.

The Lean

Our lean for a money-line pick would be to take the Royals to come out on top in this one. We also have this as the 7th highest-scoring game of the day and would lean towards taking the over. Looking at today’s starters, we have Marcus Stroman as the 4th lowest strikeout pitcher compared to Seth Lugo (7th worst).