The Kansas City Royals are set to visit the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim for a night game on Thursday, September 25, 2025. With a record of 79-79, the Royals hold the third spot in the AL Central, entering the game on a recent loss. Meanwhile, the Angels, with a 71-87 record, are sitting fifth in the AL West, having notched a win in their last outing.
Under the management of Matt Quatraro, the Royals have shown an even performance both at home and on the road this season. Their recent game against the Angels resulted in a narrow 3-2 loss, emphasizing the tight competition between these two teams. On the other hand, the Angels, managed by Ron Washington, have struggled in recent games, winning only two of their last ten.
Weather conditions at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim are expected to be favorable, with clear skies and a light breeze. This could provide a conducive environment for an exciting game between these American League teams. With both teams sharing equal odds at -109 on the moneyline, the upcoming game promises a balanced battle.
Angels vs Royals At a Glance
- Game Location: Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, CA
- Weather: Clear sky with a light breeze; warm conditions expected
- Royals Standing: 79-79 record, 3rd in AL Central
- Angels Standing: 71-87 record, 5th in AL West
- Game Broadcast: Available on FDSW
- Game Odds: Both teams have a moneyline of -109
Angels Aim to Clip Royals’ Wings in Upcoming Game
Team Overview
The Kansas City Royals enter this game with a challenging pitching landscape. Michael Lorenzen will take the mound, aiming to improve his current 4.70 ERA and a 1.35 WHIP. With a win-loss record of 6-11, Lorenzen will be looking for support from his offense.
Offensively, the Royals have been inconsistent, indicated by their lower batting average and on-base percentage rankings. However, their power is evident with their 220 home runs, ranking them 4th in the league. This suggests that while they struggle to get on base consistently, they have the ability to score in bursts.
Key Players to Watch
Bobby Witt Jr. remains a pivotal figure in the Royals’ lineup. His ability to influence games with both his bat and speed on the bases is crucial for Kansas City’s success. Witt Jr.’s performance could be a deciding factor in whether the Royals can overcome the Angels.
Salvador Perez, the veteran catcher, is another key player who can change the course of the game with his experience and power-hitting capabilities. The Royals will rely on Perez to guide Lorenzen through difficult innings and contribute offensively.
Pitching Challenges
While the Royals have a respectable number of quality starts, their ERA of 4.86 places them 27th in the league, indicating struggles with maintaining leads. They have also given up 213 home runs, ranking 25th, highlighting a susceptibility to big innings against power-hitting teams.
The bullpen has been a point of concern, as evidenced by their 34 blown saves, which ranks 13th in the league. For the Royals to succeed, their relief pitchers must effectively close out games and protect any leads they may secure.
Team Betting Trends
- Runline in Away Games: 41-40 (50.6%)
- O/U All Games: 85-73 (53.8%)
- SU vs Division Opponents: 34-33 (50.7%)
- SU as Underdog: 52-67 (43.7%)
The Royals’ recent betting trends reflect a team that is capable of keeping games close, as shown by their runline performance in away games. However, their struggles as underdogs suggest potential vulnerabilities against teams with strong offensive capabilities.
Royals Seek Redemption Against Angels in Upcoming Game
Angels’ Offensive Overview
The Los Angeles Angels have had a mixed performance at the plate this season. Their batting average stands at .247, placing them 9th in the league, indicating a decent level of consistency. However, their on-base percentage is ranked 16th, suggesting there is room for improvement in getting runners on base.
With a slugging percentage also ranked 16th, the Angels have struggled to consistently deliver power hits. They have managed to hit 154 home runs, which places them 19th in the league. This highlights a need for more consistent power hitting as they prepare to face the Royals.
Angels’ Pitching Analysis
The Angels’ pitching staff has been solid, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.75, ranking 6th in the league. This suggests that their pitchers have been effective at limiting runs. Their ability to prevent hits is also notable, as they hold opponents to a batting average of .241, the 8th best in the league.
Despite their strong ERA, the Angels have given up 167 home runs, placing them 8th in that category. Their pitching staff has struggled with strikeouts, ranking 25th in the league, which could pose a challenge when facing the Royals’ lineup.
Key Players to Watch
Mitch Farris is expected to start for the Angels. His ERA of 6.52 and WHIP of 1.45 indicate struggles on the mound, with a win-loss record of 1-2. Farris will need to improve his command to effectively challenge the Royals’ batters.
The Angels will look to key offensive contributors to lead the charge against the Royals. Players who can capitalize on scoring opportunities and drive in runs will be crucial in their quest for victory.
Team Betting Trends
- SU as Favorite: 38-28 (57.6%)
- SU as Underdog: 41-51 (44.6%)
- Runline as Favorite: 26-40 (39.4%)
- Runline as Underdog: 50-42 (54.3%)
- O/U All Games: 69-89 (43.7%)
- O/U in Away Games: 38-39 (49.4%)
Conclusion
The Royals will be looking to exploit the weaknesses in the Angels’ lineup, particularly targeting their starting pitcher Mitch Farris. Meanwhile, the Angels’ solid ERA and batting average suggest they can still pose a threat.
As the game unfolds, it will be interesting to see if the Royals can capitalize on their opportunities and if the Angels can address their inconsistencies on both sides of the field.
Angels vs Royals Prediction: Under 9.0
The upcoming game between the Kansas City Royals and the Los Angeles Angels features starting pitchers Michael Lorenzen and Mitch Farris. Both pitchers have struggled this season, with Lorenzen holding a 4.70 ERA and Farris a 6.52 ERA. Despite these high ERAs, recent meetings between the teams have consistently hit the under, with four of their last five games ending below the set total.
The Angels have had a challenging season, ranking 27th in team ERA at 4.86, which could suggest high-scoring games. However, their offensive struggles have kept their games largely low-scoring, with a team batting average of just .226, ranked 20th. This further supports the trend of the total staying under.
The Royals enter this game with a .247 batting average, placing them ninth in the league, yet they haven’t managed to translate this into high run production in recent games. The clear sky and light breeze forecasted won’t significantly favor hitters in Angel Stadium, which traditionally doesn’t boost offensive output.
Considering both teams’ recent scoring trends and the head-to-head matchups showing a pattern of unders, the under 9.0 appears to be a solid pick. Projecting a modest-scoring game, we anticipate a final score of Royals 4 – Angels 3.
- Angels vs Royals Prediction: Under 9.0
- Angels vs Royals Score: Royals 4 – Angels 3
