Los Angeles Angels vs Kansas City Royals Prediction: Start of an Exciting Series for Both Teams

The first game of a three-game series between Kansas City and Los Angeles will be played in California, and the hosts are favorites to win at home. After meeting six times in 2021, the American League rivals will meet for the first time this season. That series ended in a 4-2 victory for the Angels. Los Angeles Angels stand 2nd in the AL West standings with a 5-5-win loss ratio from their last 10 games this season. On the other hand, Kansas City Royals stand 5th in the AL Central standings with a 5-5-win loss ratio in their last 10 outings. It will be a competitive series, with both sides looking to win by playing their heart out on the field. 

Los Angeles Angels - Bookmaker's Favorite (WWWLW)

The Angels won four of five games versus the Mariners, with the final two triumphs being particularly remarkable. The Angels pitched two no-hitters in a row, their second back-to-back no-hitters of the season. They improved to 33-36, and even though third baseman Anthony Rendon (wrist) will be sidelined for the remainder of the season, the Angels will be OK. Los Angeles will play nine games at home in the coming weeks.

Key Players for Los Angeles Angels

• Mike Trout
• Max Stassi
• Kenny Rosenberg
• Aaron Loup
• Andrew Wantz

Kansas City Royals - Managed a Series Win over Athletics (LWWWL)

The Kansas City Royals were on a three-game winning streak, including the first two games of a three-game series against the Oakland Athletics. Despite this, the Royals were unable to score in a 4-0 loss, falling shy of completing their first series sweep of the season. They are hitting the A's at the bottom of the AL with a 23-42 record. The Royals had one of their worst offensive outings of the season, with only four hits and no hope of avoiding their second defeat of the season for Brady Singer. Singer, who fell to 3-2, worked 5.1 innings and gave up three runs on six hits with four strikeouts and no walks.

Key Players for Kansas City Royals

• Whit Merrifield
• Salvador Perez
• Michael Taylor
• MJ Melendez
• Daniel Lynch

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, both sides are coming off a series win and are looking equally confident for the upcoming game. I will be backing the home side to win and score at least over 4.5. However, the game total in the series' first game is expected to be under 10.5. I would expect a home run coming from either of the batters.

• LA Angels to Win for 1.52
• Total Over 9.5 for 2.16
• Team 2, Total Home Runs Under 0.5 for 2.6