The Kansas City Royals are set to face the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on October 1, 2024, starting at 4:08 PM. Weather conditions are expected to feature overcast skies.

Cole Ragans will take the mound for the Royals, carrying an impressive ERA of 3.244, while Corbin Burnes will pitch for the Orioles, with an ERA of 3.060. In the 2024 AL Central Division standings, the Royals are currently fifth with an 86-76 record, showing a strong divisional performance with 33 wins. Despite their position, they have been consistent on the road with a 41-40 record and have won four of their last ten games, currently holding a one-game winning streak. The Orioles sit third in the AL East with a record of 91-71, enjoying recent success with seven wins in their last ten games and a three-game winning streak. With a balanced home and away record, the Orioles have showcased robust scoring with 786 runs, although they have conceded 699.

Betting enthusiasts have intriguing odds to consider for this matchup. The point spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Orioles. The over/under for total runs scored is placed at 7.0, suggesting a tight, low-scoring game. For those looking at moneyline bets, the Orioles are favored with odds of -155, while the Royals are underdogs at +131. These odds are not only a reflection of both teams’ current form but also indicate a slight edge towards the Orioles who have maintained a better record in recent games.