The San Diego Padres are slated to go head-to-head with the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on June 1, 2024, at 4:10 PM. Expected weather conditions feature broken clouds, setting the stage for an intriguing match-up.

Joe Musgrove, with an ERA of 5.655, will take the mound for the Padres. Opposing him, Alec Marsh will pitch for the Royals, entering the game with an impressive 3.240 ERA. As the Padres languish in 5th place within the NL West Division with a 31-29 record, they look to improve their standing and build on their recent performance of six victories in their last ten outings. Despite struggling at home with a 13-19 record, they have been stronger on the road, boasting an 18-10 record.

Conversely, the Royals hold 4th place in the AL Central with a 35-24 record and have shown formidable strength at home with a 21-9 record. However, they face a challenge to rebound from a two-game losing streak. They have scored 290 runs this season and their tight defense has allowed just 213 runs.

In terms of betting, the Royals are slight underdogs with a +1.5 point spread and a MoneyLine of +104, reflecting their advantageous home record and strong performance in night games. The Padres, listed with a MoneyLine of -123, are favored slightly, despite their mixed form. The game’s Over/Under is set at 8.5, indicating expectations for a moderate scoring game. These odds suggest a closely contested battle, with potential edge given to the Padres based on recent performances and their success on the road.