Tigers vs. Royals Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Tigers vs. Royals MLB game on May 9, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Tigers
Burch Smith 0-1, 1.59 ERA
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5
Kauffman Stadium
Royals
Michael Wacha 3-2, 3.05 ERA
Kauffman Stadium
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Tigers
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 4 1
Royals
2 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 X 5 6 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Tigers
    0%
  • Royals
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Zach McKinstry strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
Tigers Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 K. McGonigle SS3110000.3330.833
2 M. Vierling CF4000001.0000.000
3 H. Lee 3B1000000.0000.000
4 R. Greene LF3011011.3331.167
5 D. Dingler DH4000000.0000.000
6 W. Pérez RF3000001.0000.000
7 S. Torkelson 1B4010002.2500.750
8 Z. McKinstry 2B3000011.0000.250
9 J. Rogers C3000001.0000.000
Royals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 M. Garcia 3B3110010.3331.167
2 B. Witt SS4112100.2501.250
3 V. Pasquantino 1B4010001.2500.500
4 S. Perez DH3000002.0000.000
5 C. Jensen C2110010.5001.667
6 J. Caglianone RF3110001.3330.666
7 L. Thomas LF3000001.0000.000
8 M. Massey 2B3113100.3331.666
9 K. Isbel CF3000000.0000.000

Tigers vs. Royals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Tigers vs. Royals
  • Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
  • Time: 7:10 PM ET
  • Venue: Kauffman Stadium

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Royals favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 9.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Tigers 45¢, Royals 56¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Tigers: 45%
  • Royals: 55%

Dimers' predictive model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Tigers a win probability of 45%, while the Royals have a win probability of 55%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Royals are more likely to beat the Tigers in the MLB game at Kauffman Stadium on Saturday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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