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Dodgers vs Royals

Blue bats aim to silence the upstart Royals in KC

Los Angeles Dodgers

Dodgers (51-31) VS Royals (38-43)

28 Jun 2025 | 4:10 PM ET | Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO

Kansas City Royals
Moneyline Pick - Los Angeles Dodgers (-165): B

The Dodgers enter this matchup in strong form, having rattled off multiple wins that have reinforced their hold on the division lead. Their lineup has combined power and patience to wear down opposing starters, and the rotation has consistently provided the kind of stability that allows the bullpen to stay fresh. The Royals, meanwhile, are navigating injuries that have thinned their offence and made it harder to keep pace with deeper rosters. This prediction leans on the broader trend of Los Angeles handling matchups against left-handed pitching and taking advantage of teams that struggle to limit early scoring opportunities.

The pick leans toward backing the Dodgers because it feels like a bet that balances their current momentum and the clear edge in roster health. Even when laying a price comes with less value, the combination of consistent offence and reliable starting pitching makes it a spot where the stronger side should be trusted to deliver. With Kansas City chasing a Wild Card berth but missing key contributors, the Dodgers have a good chance to stay in control from the first inning on. This prediction gets a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 28/06/2025 09:47

Over/Under Pick - Over 9.5 (-110): B

The Dodgers arrive in this matchup with an offence that remains dangerous even without a fully healthy roster. Their top hitters have been driving rallies early and often, creating pressure on starters and forcing bullpens into action sooner than planned. The Royals, though mired in a losing stretch, still have enough power threats to respond if the game turns into a shootout, especially in their home ballpark. This prediction leans on the broader pattern of both teams relying on lineups to carry the load while navigating pitching staffs that have shown vulnerability when forced to cover extra innings.

The pick leans toward the Over because it feels like a bet that reflects how quickly this matchup can shift into a high-scoring track meet. With starters on pitch counts and bullpens that haven’t been able to lock down leads consistently, there’s plenty of room for innings to unravel. The combination of aggressive approaches at the plate and relievers who can surrender crooked numbers points toward a game that’s likely to see plenty of runs before the final out. This prediction gets a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 28/06/2025 09:47

Spread Pick - Los Angeles Dodgers, -1.5 (-100): B+

The Dodgers roll into this matchup with a clear edge in momentum and roster depth, riding a stretch of wins that has them well positioned in the division race. Their lineup continues to produce in bunches, anchored by a group of hitters who can punish mistakes from the first pitch on. The Royals, meanwhile, are dealing with injuries that have chipped away at both their rotation and their ability to hold late leads, creating pressure to score early or risk falling behind. This prediction leans on the broader pattern of Los Angeles building early cushions and using reliable bullpen arms to lock down games when the offence gets rolling.

The pick leans toward laying 1.5 runs because it feels like a bet that reflects how the Dodgers have handled matchups against undermanned rotations and thin bullpens. Even in road games, they’ve shown a willingness to stay aggressive until the final out, making it difficult for opponents to claw back once momentum swings. With Kansas City dealing with roster uncertainty and Los Angeles pushing for seeding advantages, this is the type of game where the favourite can press the advantage early and maintain it throughout. This prediction gets a B+ grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 28/06/2025 09:47

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