The Kansas City Royals are scheduled to take on the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on August 3, 2024, with first pitch at 6:10 PM under likely overcast conditions.

Pitching for the Royals will be Michael Lorenzen, who has maintained a solid ERA of 3.807 this season, while the Tigers have yet to announce their starting pitcher.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Royals currently sit 4th with a 62-49 record, boasting a 0.56 winning percentage. They have proven strong in divisional play with a 24-10 record and have won six of their last ten games, including a current five-game winning streak. The Royals have been strong at home with a 36-22 record, and have a nearly balanced 26-27 record on the road. With a total of 528 runs scored and 433 runs allowed, they’ve shown capable form both at the plate and on the mound.

Conversely, the Tigers hold the 11th position with a 52-59 record, reflecting a 0.47 winning percentage. They’re 19-21 in division games and have struggled recently, securing only two wins in their last ten outings and currently suffering from a five-game losing streak. The Tigers’ home record stands at 25-30 with a slightly better performance on the road at 27-29. Their year has seen them score 462 runs while conceding 486.

In terms of betting odds, the game is marked with a 1.5 point spread and an over/under of 8.5. The Royals, playing away, are favored with a money line of -143 while the home team Tigers are placed at +119. Given these odds, the Royals are anticipated to have the upper hand in this matchup, possibly extending their winning streak, though the Tigers could leverage their home advantage to keep the game competitive.