On the evening of May 9, 2024, at 09:38 PM, the Kansas City Royals are set to compete against the Los Angeles Angels at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim under clear skies. Michael Wacha with an ERA of 5.496 will represent the Royals, while Reid Detmers, holding an ERA of 4.240, will take the mound for the Angels.

In terms of standings, the Royals are fourth in the AL Central Division with a record of 17-13, translating to a .567 winning percentage. They have performed decently within their division, boasting an 8-5 record. Their performance has slipped recently, losing three straight, although they have won four out of their last ten games. Their home and away records stand at 12-5 and 5-8, respectively, with a slightly better performance during nighttime games.

Conversely, the Angels are positioned thirteenth in the AL West Division, with a weaker season so far, holding an 11-18 record, which translates to a .379 winning percentage. However, they recently snapped their losing streak and won their last game. Their home record is 4-9, and they’ve done marginally better on the road with a 7-9 record. Offensively, they’ve scored 125 runs but have struggled defensively, allowing 160 runs.

Regarding betting odds, the game presents an interesting scenario. The point spread stands at 1.5, favoring the Royals slightly, while the over/under for the game is set at 8.0. For those looking to bet on the moneyline, the Royals are at -116, suggesting they are slight favorites, with the Angels close behind at -105. This tight matchup could offer some good opportunities for bettors looking for a closely contested game.