On the afternoon of May 22, 2024, the Detroit Tigers are set to battle the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The game is scheduled to start at 2:10 PM under mostly clear skies.

Detroit’s starting pitcher Tarik Skubal comes into the game with an impressive 1.800 ERA, while the Royals will counter with Cole Ragans, who holds a 3.696 ERA. In the 2024 AL Central Division standings, Detroit is currently 10th with a record of 23-25, a winning percentage of .480, and a 10-8 divisional record. They’ve won 4 of their last 10 games but are recently on a three-game losing streak. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals are 4th in the division with a robust 31-19 record, translating to a .620 winning percentage. They have won 7 of their last 10 games and are riding a five-game winning streak.

In terms of betting odds, the point spread for the game is set at 1.5, with an over/under total of 7.5 runs. The money line favors the visiting Detroit Tigers at -119, while the home team Kansas City Royals are listed at +100. These odds suggest a close game, with slight favoritism towards Detroit, indicating that bettors expecting a tight contest might lean towards the Tigers, especially with their strong pitching asset, Skubal. However, the Royals’ recent form and home advantage could sway opinions towards an upset or a higher-scoring game.