Final Score: Athletics 5 - Royals 9
Monday, August 17, 2026 at 7:40 PM ET

Athletics @ Royals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Athletics
49-75 Rating 1436
Form: LLWLW
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Kansas City Royals +0.5
Royals
51-74 Rating 1460
Form: LLWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Athletics Royals
All-time wins 350 282
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.7 4.2
Last meeting 6 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Athletics Royals
Games played 124 125
Avg runs scored 4.4 4.1
Avg runs conceded 5.8 5.0
Win percentage 40% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 49%