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MLB Player Props Picks 2024: Chicago Cubs vs Kansas City Royals

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Game Summary

The Chicago Cubs are set to face the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 8:10 p.m. EDT. The Cubs, currently holding a 49-55 record, are fifth in the NL Central, while the Royals, with a 56-47 record, are third in the AL Central. This marks the first meeting between the two teams this season.

The Cubs have struggled on the road with a 22-30 record, contrasting their overall performance. They have performed better when recording eight or more hits in games, boasting a 37-20 record in such instances. However, they have lost six out of their last ten games, where they have been outscored by five runs.

On the other hand, the Royals have a solid home record of 35-20 and an overall record of 56-47. They have shown consistency with their pitching staff, which collectively holds a 3.76 ERA, ranking ninth in MLB play. The Royals have also won six out of their last ten games, outscoring their opponents by 16 runs in that span.

Recent performances highlight key players for both teams. Salvador Perez leads the Royals with 18 home runs and a .469 slugging percentage, while Bobby Witt Jr. has been impressive, going 21-for-39 with three home runs and nine RBIs over the last ten games. For the Cubs, Christopher Morel leads with 18 home runs, and Seiya Suzuki has contributed significantly by going 10-for-38 with two home runs and five RBIs over the past ten games.

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Player Prop Odds

Here are the odds for Christopher Morel's player props:

Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+320)

Batter Hits: Over 1.5 (+250)

Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+130)

Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (-110)

Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-115)

Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+115)

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Player Analysis

Christopher Morel has been one of the key contributors for the Chicago Cubs this season. He leads the team with 18 home runs and has a .375 slugging percentage. Over the last ten games, Morel has continued to show his prowess at the plate, making him a crucial player to watch in this matchup against the Royals.

Morel has demonstrated his ability to impact the game in various ways, whether it's hitting for power or driving in runs. His recent form suggests he could play a significant role in the Cubs' offensive strategy against Kansas City.

Opposing Analysis

Facing Morel will be Royals' starting pitcher Brady Singer, who has been solid this season with a 6-6 record, a 3.00 ERA, and 106 strikeouts in 111 innings pitched. Singer's ability to limit the long ball and his strikeout ability could be a challenge for Morel and the Cubs' lineup. However, Singer has shown vulnerability against batters who can reach base consistently.

The Royals' bullpen has also been reliable, holding a collective ERA of 3.76, which ranks ninth in MLB. Morel will need to capitalize on any mistakes made by Singer and the bullpen to make an impact in this game.

Pitching Probables

Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
Kyle Hendricks (Cubs)	2-8	6.69	1.49	75.1	88	52	24	15
Brady Singer (Royals)	6-6	3.00	1.22	111.0	101	106	34	13

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Team Previews

Chicago Cubs

The Cubs have had a mixed season, currently sitting at 49-55 overall. Their offense, led by Christopher Morel and Seiya Suzuki, has shown flashes of brilliance but has struggled with consistency. The Cubs rank 12th in hits (855) and 11th in runs (477), sporting a team batting average of .250, which ranks 10th in MLB.

Pitching has been a significant challenge for the Cubs, with Kyle Hendricks struggling mightily this season (2-8, 6.69 ERA). The bullpen has provided some stability, but the starting rotation's inconsistency has been a recurring issue.

Kansas City Royals

The Royals have performed well this season, particularly at home (35-20). Their pitching staff has been a strong point, with a collective ERA of 3.76, ranking ninth in MLB. Brady Singer has been a standout with a 3.00 ERA and 106 strikeouts.

Offensively, Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. have been key contributors. The Royals rank 23rd in hits (805) and 20th in runs (424), with a team batting average of .233, ranking 25th in MLB. Despite these offensive struggles, their strong pitching has kept them competitive.

Team Injuries

Kansas City Royals

Player	Position	Updated	Injury	Injury Status
MJ Melendez	C	Wed, Jul 24	Ankle	10-Day IL
Dan Altavilla	RP	Fri, Jul 26	Oblique	60-Day IL
Josh Taylor	RP	Fri, Jul 26	Biceps	60-Day IL
Kyle Wright	SP	Wed, Jul 24	Shoulder	60-Day IL

Chicago Cubs

Player	Position	Updated	Injury	Injury Status
Luke Little	RP	Fri, Jul 26	Shoulder	60-Day IL
Hayden Wesneski	SP	Wed, Jul 24	Forearm	15-Day IL
Jordan Wicks	SP	Wed, Jul 24	Oblique	60-Day IL
Cody Bellinger	CF	Fri, Jul 26	Finger	10-Day IL
Colten Brewer	RP	Wed, Jul 24	Hand	60-Day IL
Keegan Thompson	SP	Fri, Jul 26	Rib	15-Day IL
Yency Almonte	RP	Wed, Jul 24	Shoulder	60-Day IL
Ben Brown	RP	Fri, Jul 26	Neck	15-Day IL
Adbert Alzolay	RP	Wed, Jul 24	Forearm	60-Day IL
Caleb Kilian	RP	Wed, Jul 24	Shoulder	60-Day IL

Recent Games

Kansas City Royals

DATE	OPPONENT	RESULT	W-L	WIN	LOSS	SAVE	ATT
Fri, Jul 19	vs Chicago	W7-1	53-45	Wacha 7-6	Flexen 2-9	NaN	26693
Sat, Jul 20	vs Chicago	W6-1	54-45	Singer 6-6	Cannon 1-4	NaN	27545
Sun, Jul 21	vs Chicago	W4-1	55-45	Lugo 12-4	Brebbia 0-5	NaN	22226
Mon, Jul 22	vs Arizona	W10-4	56-45	Ragans 7-6	Diaz 1-1	NaN	16275
Tue, Jul 23	vs Arizona	L6-2	56-46	Montgomery 7-5	Marsh 7-7	NaN	21993
Wed, Jul 24	vs Arizona	L8-6	56-47	Mantiply 4-2	McArthur 4-4	NaN	15931

Chicago Cubs

DATE	OPPONENT	RESULT	W-L	WIN	LOSS	SAVE	ATT
Fri, Jul 19	vs Arizona	L5-2	47-52	Nelson 7-6	Steele 2-4	Sewald 14	40691
Sat, Jul 20	vs Arizona	L3-0	47-53	Gallen 7-5	Hendricks 2-8	Sewald 15	39595
Sun, Jul 21	vs Arizona	W2-1 F/10	48-53	Neris 8-2	Mantiply 3-2	NaN	39162
Mon, Jul 22	vs Milwaukee	W3-1	49-53	Smyly 3-5	Myers 6-4	Neris 14	35741
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