Scheduled for an 08:10 PM start at Kauffman Stadium on August 6, 2024, the Boston Red Sox are set to clash with the Kansas City Royals under skies marked by broken clouds. Brayan Bello will take the mound for the Red Sox, carrying an ERA of 5.131, while the Royals will counter with Seth Lugo, who boasts a commendable ERA of 2.574.

In the 2024 AL East Division, the Red Sox currently hold 6th place with a 60-51 record, reflecting a 0.54 winning percentage. They have posted a 14-13 division record, ranking them 3rd, and have enjoyed success recently with 6 wins in their last 10 outings, along with a current two-game winning streak. The Red Sox display a balanced performance both at home and away, with a slight edge in road games (33-23) compared to their home record (27-28).

The Royals are positioned 5th in the AL Central Division with a 63-51 record which translates to a 0.55 winning percentage. With a strong 25-11 division record, they stand 3rd in their division. Despite a recent loss, they generally show resilience, having a solid 36-23 home record while balancing a 27-28 away record. Their scoring efficiency is slightly lower than the Red Sox with 541 runs to their name versus 553 by the Red Sox.

In terms of betting odds, the game’s Point Spread is set at -1.5, while the Over/Under total is expected at 9.0. For those looking at the moneyline, the Royals are favored at home with -136, and the Red Sox are listed at +115. These odds suggest a close contest, slightly leaning towards a Royals advantage at home but acknowledging the competitive spirit the Red Sox bring on the road.