On the afternoon of May 8, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers are scheduled to take on the Kansas City Royals in a promising clash at Kauffman Stadium, beginning at 2:10 PM under clear skies. Starting on the pitcher’s mound for the Brewers is Joe Ross, who holds an ERA of 4.645, while Brady Singer, with an impressive 2.455 ERA, will pitch for the Royals.

In the standings of the 2024 NL Central Division, the Brewers rank fifth with a record of 17-11, signaling a winning percentage of .610. They hold a divisional record of 7-3, showcasing strong performance against their division rivals. Despite a recent tough streak marked by three consecutive losses, they have won five in their last 10 games. On the road, the Brewers have a solid 12-4 record, compared to 5-7 at home. They’ve scored 142 runs this season while allowing 129.

The Royals, positioned fourth in the AL Central Division, have a record of 17-13 (.570). They’ve won eight out of 13 division games, placing them second in their division. Similar to the Brewers, the Royals are currently facing a three-game losing streak. However, their home record is strong at 12-5, contrastive to 5-8 on the road. Offensively, they have accrued 138 runs, and defensively, they have relinquished 96 runs.

Considering the betting odds, the Milwaukee Brewers stand as the underdogs with a money line of +112, against the Royals who are favored at -133. The game holds a point spread of -1.5 and an over/under set at 8.5. These odds suggest a competitive game, with the Royals slightly favored to emerge victorious. Bettors eyeing an outright win might lean toward the Royals based on their stronger home game performance, while those looking at the total points might consider the over option given both teams’ offensive capabilities.