The 2024 MLB postseason has finally arrived, and it’s kicking off with a thrilling Wild Card Series! Four electrifying best-of-three match-ups will take center stage, with each series being hosted by the higher-seeded teams.
The victor of the intense showdown between the Kansas City Royals and Baltimore Orioles will earn the right to face off against the formidable New York Yankees in the best-of-five ALDS, starting on Saturday, October 5.
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**Kansas City Royals at Baltimore Orioles**
All games will be played at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore.
Series odds: Royals (+150), Orioles (-180)
Series outcome: Royals sweep (+400), Royals in 3 (+325), Orioles in 3 (+190), Orioles sweep (+170)
**Game 1: Tuesday, October 1, 4:08 p.m. ET (ESPN 2)**
Game 1 spread: Royals +1.5 (-165), Orioles -1.5 (+140)
Game 1 moneyline: Royals (+130), Orioles (-155)
Game 1 over/under: 6.5 runs, Over (-130)/Under (+110)
Expert analysis:
The Royals are poised for an upset, and I’m willing to take them to win the series at plus-odds. Look for Royals LHP Cole Ragans to record at least 17 outs in Game 1, making the over on 16.5 total outs recorded (-115) a smart bet.
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