Final Score: Athletics 7 - Royals 9
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 7:40 PM ET

Athletics @ Royals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Athletics
49-77 Rating 1432
Form: WLWLL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Kansas City Royals +0.5
Royals
53-74 Rating 1463
Form: WLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Athletics Royals
All-time wins 350 284
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.7 4.2
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Athletics Royals
Games played 126 127
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.1
Avg runs conceded 5.8 5.0
Win percentage 39% 42%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 51%