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Diamondbacks vs. Royals Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (4/26)

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Today's free MLB betting picks, odds, predictions for the Diamondbacks vs. Royals on April 26, 2023. Our best bets and top picks for moneylines, run totals and more.

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Kansas City Royals vs. Arizona Diamondbacks, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Wednesday, April 26th 2023.

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Today's Betting Overview - Royals vs. Diamondbacks

The Royals take on the Diamondbacks on Wednesday, April 26th 2023 at Chase Field, Phoenix. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.

  • Matchup: Kansas City Royals (6-18) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (13-12)
  • Date: Wednesday, April 26th 2023
  • Time: 3:40 ET
  • Venue: Chase Field, Phoenix

 

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Kansas City Royals - Today's MLB Betting Analysis

The Kansas City Royals come into this road contest vs Arizona with a below .500 record (6-18). In the AL Central standings, the team ranks 5th. Heading into play, the Royals have won half of their 11 road games, sitting at 5-6.

Kansas City's record against the runline, while being favored one times in 24 games, sits at 9-15. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 12-11.

Royals starter Ryan Yarbrough comes into the game with a record of just 0-2. With an ERA of 7.62, Ryan Yarbrough has had his struggles on the mound. Currently, opponents have a batting average of .300 against him. Opposing hitters have gone deep two times against Ryan Yarbrough, who has a WOBA allowed of .358. With a total of three walks, Yarbrough has a WHIP of 1.39.

Kansas City has struggled to score runs this season, currently ranking 27th in scoring with an average of 3.4 runs per game. Through 24 games, the Royals have the 28th-ranked batting average at .222. In addition, the team's lineup has had problems hitting for power, ranking just 26th in the league, at 18 home runs. Kansas City's OBP of .279 places them .279 in the league.

 

Arizona Diamondbacks - Today's MLB Betting Analysis

As the Arizona Diamondbacks host the Kansas City Royals, they have a record of 13-12, placing them 2nd in the NL West. Through 13 home contests, the Diamondbacks come in with a mark of 7-6 at Chase Field.

Arizona currently has an above .500 record against the runline. This mark has come while being favored four times in 25 games. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 12-11.

Starting for the Diamondbacks will be Zac Gallen, with an overall record of 3-1. Runs have been hard to come by against Zac Gallen, as he has an ERA of just 2.58. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .180 against him. Opposing hitters have gone deep two times against Zac Gallen, who has a WOBA allowed of .226. Gallen has a WHIP of .80, with five walks allowed.

On the season, Arizona boasts the 9th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 4.8 runs per game. The Diamondbacks have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .261 ranks 6th. In total the team has hit just 21 home runs, placing them 24th in the league. Throughout the season, Arizona is ranked 19th in OBP (.311).

 

Today's MLB Betting Pick - Royals vs. Diamondbacks

Heading into today's matchup between Arizona and the Royals, the Diamondbacks are the heavy favorite at -271 on the moneyline. Arizona's implied win probability sits at 73.05%. Yet, our model predict Ryan Yarbrough keeping the Royals in the game, making the best bet to take the Royals to cover +1.5.

Recommended Betting Pick: Royals +1.5


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