Athletics vs Royals Picks and Prediction – 6/14/2025

Oakland (26–44) heads to Kansas City (34–34) looking to bounce back with a series-opening game under MLB lights. First pitch from the friendly confines of Kauffman Stadium is set for 8:10 PM ET. The A’s tap Luis Severino (1–6, 4.77 ERA) while the Royals counter with Michael Wacha (3–5, 3.01 ERA), setting up a classic duel of streaks and adjustments. Get in on all the baseball action with our free MLB picks.

The A’s offense has scuffled, averaging just about 4.27 runs per game, while their bullpen leaks nearly 6 runs per 9 innings. Seve’s ERA suggests flashes of competence, but his 1–6 record mirrors Oakland’s broader struggles—just 14–21 on the road so far. Still, Veterans like Brent Rooker (15 HR) and Jacob Wilson (batting .366) may offer timely sparks. After a strong start to the season, the wheels seem to be falling off the wagon for the A's.

The Royals arrive at home at .500, riding Wacha’s recent form—a 3.01 ERA over 74⅔ innings and solid start in late May against Detroit. Kauffman has been a haven (19–15), and the team's bats—anchored by Vinnie Pasquantino (.280, 10 HR) and rookie Jac Caglianone—have shown signs of pulse. In a difficult division, the Royals need to secure wins against beatable opponents, like the A's.

Wacha’s consistency and KC’s home-field surge give the Royals the edge. Expect a competitive, moderately high-scoring clash. The Royals are the better squad here and we should see them persevere through a full 9 innings. We like the Royals to win a higher scoring game in this one, by a score of 6-4.