MLB Odds: Orioles vs. Royals prediction, odds, pick

Jordan Lyles gets the ball for the Orioles, while Kris Bubic takes the bump for Royals. Lyle has a 4.50 ERA, he has allowed 41 hits and 33 strikeouts in six starts. Bubics has only 18 innings of experience this season, but he gave up 19 runs in his first six appearances.

The Orioles are five games ahead of the Royals in the American League standings. The Orioles play in American league East Division, while the Kansas City Royals play American leagues Central division. Mike Matheny needs a few good weeks to cool off his hot seat.

Royals beat the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday. They have struggled on offense all season. The Royals are going to play the Orioles on Thursday. Jordan Lyles is a good pitcher for the O's. Kris Bubic played well against the Astros recently.

Orioles and Royals are playing a game with mediocre and unproven starting pitchers.