- The Angels (33-38) are -250 favorites vs the Royals (25-42)
- Royals starting pitcher: Daniel A. Lynch (3-6), 5.18 ERA
- Angels starting pitcher: Shohei Ohtani (5-4), 3.28 ERA
- Watch the game on MLB Network
The Kansas City Royals (+200) visit Angel Stadium to take on the Los Angeles Angels (-250) on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. First pitch is scheduled for 9:49pm EDT in Anaheim.
The Angels are betting favorites in this MLB matchup, with the run line sitting at -1.5 (-120).
The Royals vs Angels Over/Under is 8 total runs for the game.
So far this season, the Royals are 25-42 against the spread (ATS), while the Angels are 34-37 ATS.
Royals vs. Angels Odds, Run Line, Over/Under & Moneyline
| Spread | Over / Under | Moneyline | |
| Royals | +1.5 +100 | O 8 -105 | +200 |
| Angels | -1.5 -120 | U 8 -115 | -250 |
Royals vs Angels Prediction for Today’s Game
Based on recent trends the model predicts the Angels will win Wednesday‘s matchup with 50.1% confidence.
This prediction factors in starting pitchers, recent team and player hitting performances, the last 5 games for both the Royals and Angels and up-to-date player injuries.
Looking for a first bet offer up to $1,000? Bet now on Angels vs Royals and all MLB games with BetMGM
Best Royals Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite MLB player prop bets for Royals players for Wednesday‘s game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Whit Merrifield has hit the Hits Under in 20 of his last 28 away games (+10.60 Units / 19% ROI)
- Salvador Perez has hit the Hits Under in 8 of his last 12 away games (+7.75 Units / 54% ROI)
- Salvador Perez has hit the Total Bases Under in 11 of his last 13 away games (+7.55 Units / 40% ROI)
- Whit Merrifield has hit the Runs Over in 14 of his last 22 away games (+7.10 Units / 29% ROI)
- Bobby Witt Jr. has hit the RBIs Over in 12 of his last 22 away games (+7.00 Units / 32% ROI)
Best Angels Player Prop Best Bets Today
And here are some favorite MLB player prop bets for Angels players for Wednesday‘s game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Jared Walsh has hit the Hits Over in his last 5 games at home (+5.00 Units / 46% ROI)
- Jared Walsh has hit the RBIs Under in 8 of his last 10 games at home (+3.35 Units / 15% ROI)
- Jared Walsh has hit the Singles Over in 5 of his last 7 games at home (+3.20 Units / 45% ROI)
- Andrew Velazquez has hit the Singles Under in 5 of his last 6 games at home (+3.20 Units / 25% ROI)
- Jared Walsh has hit the Runs Over in 7 of his last 14 games at home (+3.05 Units / 22% ROI)
Angels vs Royals Home Run Prop Bets Today
| Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Velazquez | 0.5 +675 | 0.5 -2500 |
| Jared Walsh | 0.5 +400 | 0.5 -750 |
| Jared Walsh | 0.5 +400 | 0.5 -750 |
| Juan Lagares | 0.5 +500 | 0.5 -1100 |
| Kurt Suzuki | 0.5 +500 | 0.5 -1100 |
Angels vs Royals Total Hits Prop Bets Today
| Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Velazquez | 0.5 -145 | 0.5 +100 |
| Jared Walsh | 0.5 -200 | 0.5 +140 |
| Juan Lagares | 0.5 -175 | 0.5 +125 |
| Kurt Suzuki | 0.5 -135 | 0.5 -105 |
| Luis Rengifo | 0.5 -190 | 0.5 +135 |
Angels vs Royals RBI Prop Bets Today
| Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Velazquez | 0.5 +270 | 0.5 -450 |
| Jared Walsh | 0.5 +165 | 0.5 -250 |
| Juan Lagares | 0.5 +200 | 0.5 -300 |
| Kurt Suzuki | 0.5 +225 | 0.5 -350 |
| Luis Rengifo | 0.5 +170 | 0.5 -250 |
Angels vs Royals Strikeout Prop Bets Today
| Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|
| Shohei Ohtani | 6.5 +105 | 6.5 -150 |
| Daniel Lynch | 5.5 +100 | 5.5 -140 |
Positive Betting Trends for the Royals Run Line, Moneyline, Run Totals
- The Kansas City Royals have covered the 1st Five Innings (F5) Run Line in 11 of their last 13 games (+9.90 Units / 68% ROI)
- The Kansas City Royals have hit the Game Total Under in 7 of their last 9 away games (+5.85 Units / 59% ROI)
- The Kansas City Royals have hit the Moneyline in 5 of their last 6 games (+5.75 Units / 88% ROI)
- The Kansas City Royals have hit the 1st Five Innings (F5) Total Under in 33 of their last 62 games (+4.35 Units / 6% ROI)
- The Kansas City Royals have covered the Run Line in 5 of their last 6 games (+4.00 Units / 47% ROI)
Positive Betting Trends for the Angels: Run Line, Moneyline, Run Totals
- The Los Angeles Angels have hit the 1st Five Innings (F5) Total Under in 32 of their last 58 games (+6.80 Units / 11% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have covered the Run Line in 16 of their last 28 games at home (+6.70 Units / 21% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have covered the 1st Five Innings (F5) Run Line in 18 of their last 29 games at home (+5.85 Units / 17% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have hit the Game Total Under in 8 of their last 10 games (+5.75 Units / 53% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have hit the 1st Five Innings (F5) Moneyline in 3 of their last 5 games (+0.05 Units / 1% ROI)
Royals Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this MLB season, the Royals have gone 28-39 against the Run Line (-23 Units / -24.95% ROI).
- 25-42 when betting on the Moneyline for -12.95 Units / -18.34% ROI
- 33-31 when betting on the total runs Over for -0.85 Units / -1.16% ROI
- 31-33 when betting on the total runs Under for -5.7 Units / -7.65% ROI
Angels Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this MLB season, the Royals have gone 34-37 against the Run Line (-4.3 Units / -5.02% ROI).
- 33-38 when betting on the Moneyline for -15.6 Units / -16.17% ROI
- 33-35 when betting on the total runs Over for -5.55 Units / -7.07% ROI
- 35-33 when betting on the total runs Under for -1.3 Units / -1.67% ROI
Daniel A. Lynch: Royals Starting Pitcher Stats & Trends
Opponents have a line drive rate of 38% (35/92) against Daniel Lynch with runners in scoring position since the start of last season — highest in MLB among starting pitchers with at least 112 total IP; League Avg: 24% — 0 Percentile.
Daniel Lynch has allowed an OBP of .388 (160 PA’s) versus the bottom of the order since the start of last season — highest in MLB among starting pitchers with at least 112 total IP; League Avg: .275 — 0 Percentile.
Daniel Lynch has allowed an OPS of .891 (161 PA’s) versus the bottom of the order since the start of last season — 3rd highest in MLB among starting pitchers with at least 112 total IP; League Avg: .621 — second Percentile.
Daniel Lynch has retired the leadoff hitter in each of his last 13 innings — Yimi Garcia has the longest active streak at 17.
Shohei Ohtani: Angels Starting Pitcher Stats & Trends
Shohei Ohtani has 38 barreled balls against LHP since the start of last season — most in MLB — 100th Percentile.
Shohei Ohtani has an OPS of 1.182 (195 PA’s) with runners in scoring position since the start of last season — best in MLB; League Avg: .829 — 100th Percentile.
Shohei Ohtani is slugging .980 (98 total bases in 100 ABs) with the pitcher behind in the count since the start of last season — 4th best in MLB; League Avg: .642 — 97th Percentile.
Shohei Ohtani has an OPS of 1.090 (377 PA’s) with runners on base since the start of last season — best in MLB; League Avg: .818 — 100th Percentile.
Royals Keys to the Game vs. the Angels
The Royals are just 0-21 (.000) when their opponents score in the first inning this season — lowest in MLB; League Avg: .324.
The Royals are just 1-36 (.027) when trailing entering the 7th inning this season — 3rd lowest in MLB; League Avg: .097.
The Royals are just 12-21 (.364) at home this season — tied for 4th lowest in MLB; League Avg: .514.
The Royals are just 13-21 (.382) on the road this season — 6th lowest in MLB; League Avg: .486.
Angels Keys to the Game vs. the Royals
The Angels are just 3-20 (.130) when their opponents score in the first inning this season — 3rd lowest in MLB; League Avg: .324.
The Angels are just 5-19 (.208) when allowing 10 or more hits this season — tied for 7th lowest in MLB; League Avg: .281.
The Angels are just 30-7 (.811) when leading entering the 7th inning this season — 2nd lowest in MLB; League Avg: .903.
The Angels are just 17-20 (.459) at home this season — 10th lowest in MLB; League Avg: .514.
Royals Hitting Stats & Trends
Royals hitters have just 453 strikeouts in 2,401 PA’s (19%) against LHP since the start of last season — 2nd best in MLB; League Avg: 22%.
Royals hitters have just 125 strikeouts in 708 PA’s (18%) against LHP this season — best in MLB; League Avg: 22%.
Royals hitters have put 41% of their swings in play on the first pitch of at-bats this season — highest in MLB; League Avg: 35%.
Royals hitters are slugging just .369 when facing the starting pitcher for the 3rd time in a game this season — lowest in MLB; League Avg: .444.
Angels Hitting Stats & Trends
Angels hitters have 482 strikeouts in 1,849 PA’s (26%) against RHP this season — highest in MLB; League Avg: 22%.
Angels hitters have an OBP of just .291 (290 PA’s) when facing the starting pitcher for the 3rd time in a game this season — 2nd lowest in MLB; League Avg: .327.
The Angels are batting just .231 when facing the starting pitcher for the 3rd time in a game since the start of last season — lowest in MLB; League Avg: .263.
Angels hitters have chased 23% of pitches out of the zone in righty-righty matchups this season — lowest in MLB; League Avg: 30%.
Royals Pitching Stats & Trends
Royals pitchers have a strikeout rate of just 36% with two-strikes this season — lowest in MLB; League Avg: 42%.
Royals pitchers have a strikeout rate of just 15% versus the heart of the order this season — lowest in MLB; League Avg: 22%.
Royals pitchers have a first-pitch strike rate of just 57% this season — lowest in MLB; League Avg: 61%.
The Royals have allowed 1.75 runs per game (117/67) in late innings this season — 2nd highest in MLB; League Avg: 1.29.
Angels Pitching Stats & Trends
The Angels have allowed 1.59 runs per game (113/71) in late innings this season — 3rd highest in MLB; League Avg: 1.29.
Angels pitchers have won only 9% of games in which they have allowed their opponent to score in three different innings on the road this season — 4th lowest in MLB; League Avg: 26%.
The longest HR allowed by the Angels pitchers this season traveled 438.0 feet — — tied for shortest in MLB; League Avg: 455.2
Opponents have a groundball rate of just 36% against Angels pitchers over the past seven days (8 games) — 4th lowest in MLB; League Avg: 42%.
Angels vs. Royals Injuries Tonight That May Affect Prop Bets
- Austin Warren (Angels): Triceps, D15
- Anthony Rendon (Angels): Wrist, D60
- Griffin Canning (Angels): Back, D60
- Cooper Criswell (Angels): Shoulder, D60
- David Fletcher (Angels): Hip, D60
- Chris Rodriguez (Angels): Shoulder, D60
- Joel Payamps (Royals): COVID-19, D15
- Salvador Perez (Royals): Thumb, Day-to-Day
- Donald Greinke (Royals): Flexor, D15
- Raúl Mondesi (Royals): Knee, D60
- Jacob Brentz (Royals): Flexor, D60
- Tyler Zuber (Royals): Shoulder, D60
- Edward Olivares (Royals): Quad, D10
Looking for a first bet offer up to $1,000? Bet now on Angels vs Royals and all MLB games with BetMGM
Bet on MLB Odds at BetMGM
At BetMGM, you can bet online with updated MLB betting odds. And with live sports betting, the best online sports betting and mobile sports betting (with the BetMGM Sportsbook app) experiences are at BetMGM.