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Royals vs Marlins July 20, 2025: Odds, Picks & Prediction

The Royals are the slight favourites to play the Marlins in Miami on July 20. The Royals are positioned for a close victory because Kansas City is leading the season series and Sandy Alcantara is having trouble. Expert predictions tend to favour KC and the under.

Match Overview

DateTime (ET)VenueCity, StateTeamsLeague
Sunday, July 20, 20255:40 PMloanDepot parkMiami, FloridaKansas City Royals @ Miami MarlinsMajor League Baseball (MLB)

On Sunday, July 20, 2025, the Kansas City Royals will face the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park in Miami. First pitch is scheduled for 5:40 PM ET. The Royals are favored with a moneyline of –120, while the Marlins are underdogs at +100. Kansas City is also the run line favorite (–1.5, +140), and the game’s over/under is set at 8 runs.


Game Odds & Lines

Bet TypeOdds
MoneylineRoyals: –120 • Marlins: +100
Run LineRoyals –1.5: +140 • Marlins +1.5: –170
Total Runs (O/U)Over 8: –105 • Under 8: –115

Starting Pitchers

TeamStarting Pitcher
Kansas City RoyalsTBD (Likely mid-rotation arm)
Miami MarlinsSandy Alcantara (4–9, 7.22 ERA)

Last 5 Games Record

TeamLast 5 Games (W–L)
Kansas City Royals2–3
Miami Marlins2–3

Head-to-Head Record (2025 Season)

TeamRecord vs Opponent
Royals3–2
Marlins2–3

Weather & Ballpark Conditions

ConditionDetail
ForecastMostly clear, 84°F
WindBlowing out to left at 5–7 mph
HumidityAround 60%
Ballpark FactorSlight edge to hitters

Insights
Royals favored –120 on moneyline
Alcantara holds 7.22 ERA in 2025
Royals 14–12 when favored
Marlins overs hit in 43 games
Royals lead season series 3–2

Bet TypePick
MoneylineRoyals –120
Run LineRoyals –1.5 @ +140
Total RunsUnder 8 @ –115

Predicted Outcome

Kansas City comes in slightly stronger, benefiting from more consistent offense and bullpen reliability. While Sandy Alcantara has had success in the past against the Royals, his 2025 performance has been subpar, particularly with an ERA over 7. Kansas City’s advantage on the mound and better win rate as favorites should carry them to a narrow victory. Expect a 4–2 or 5–3 type game, with the Royals taking the win and the total staying under 8.

Courtesy: https://www.oddsshark.com, https://www.foxsports.com/, https://www.statsinsider.com

Veer

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