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

Date	Time (ET)	Venue	City, State	Teams	League
Sunday, July 20, 2025	5:40 PM	loanDepot park	Miami, Florida	Kansas City Royals @ Miami Marlins	Major 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.

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Game Odds & Lines

Bet Type	Odds
Moneyline	Royals: –120 • Marlins: +100
Run Line	Royals –1.5: +140 • Marlins +1.5: –170
Total Runs (O/U)	Over 8: –105 • Under 8: –115

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Starting Pitchers

Team	Starting Pitcher
Kansas City Royals	TBD (Likely mid-rotation arm)
Miami Marlins	Sandy Alcantara (4–9, 7.22 ERA)

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Last 5 Games Record

Team	Last 5 Games (W–L)
Kansas City Royals	2–3
Miami Marlins	2–3

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Head-to-Head Record (2025 Season)

Team	Record vs Opponent
Royals	3–2
Marlins	2–3

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Weather & Ballpark Conditions

Condition	Detail
Forecast	Mostly clear, 84°F
Wind	Blowing out to left at 5–7 mph
Humidity	Around 60%
Ballpark Factor	Slight edge to hitters

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Key Insights & Betting Trends

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

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Expert Picks & Recommended Bets

Bet Type	Pick
Moneyline	Royals –120
Run Line	Royals –1.5 @ +140
Total Runs	Under 8 @ –115

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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