Pittsburgh Pirates vs Kansas City Royals predictions, Sep 18, 2026

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As the Pittsburgh Pirates prepare to host the Kansas City Royals on September 18, 2026, both teams are looking to improve their recent performance. The Pirates have struggled to find consistency, managing to secure just one win in their last five outings, while the Royals have fared slightly better, with two victories in the same span.

Bookmakers favor the Pirates with odds of 1.57 for a home win, reflecting their solid home-field advantage. Recent form suggests that Pittsburgh’s pitching has faced challenges but their batting lineup remains capable, as indicated by a predicted final score of 5:3 in their favor.

On the other hand, Kansas City’s recent form points to a team that is gradually finding its rhythm. While not as strong on the road, their two recent wins indicate potential for an upset.

Tactically, the Pirates will need to leverage their home advantage and capitalize on scoring opportunities, while the Royals will aim to disrupt Pittsburgh’s rhythm and exploit any defensive weaknesses.

In the end, while the Pirates appear to have the edge based on predictions and odds, the outcome remains uncertain, making this matchup a compelling watch for baseball fans.

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Pittsburgh 61.3%

Kansas City 38.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 5:3

Outrights of MLB Kansas City Royals: 0.33% Pittsburgh Pirates: 0.33%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.60		2.53
	1.57		2.50
	1.54		2.44

Latest Results

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Facts

A mid-table side takes on an opponent fighting to pull away from the danger zone (ranked 9th and 13th).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Pittsburgh won 1.

Each of the two teams is seeking greater consistency after recent ups and downs.

Pittsburgh may face physical fatigue compared to their opponent, having played more matches in recent days.

Recently, Kansas City has had a run of games away from home.

A closely fought contest is anticipated, with Pittsburgh holding a narrow advantage.

In the last 20 head-to-head meetings, Pittsburgh has recorded 8 wins, 0 draws, and 12 losses, with a goal aggregate of 67:99 (averaging 3.4:5 goals per game).

Specifically in home fixtures for Pittsburgh against this opponent, the record stands at 5 wins, 0 draws, and 3 losses, with 27:34 goals (averaging 3.4:4.3 per game).

Latest Head To Head

09.07.25 Kansas City Royals – Pittsburgh Pirates – 4:3 08.07.25 Kansas City Royals – Pittsburgh Pirates – 4:3 07.07.25 Kansas City Royals – Pittsburgh Pirates – 9:3 15.09.24 Pittsburgh Pirates – Kansas City Royals – 4:3 14.09.24 Pittsburgh Pirates – Kansas City Royals – 1:5

Standings

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American League

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Tampa Bay Rays	152	93	59	698:618	0.612
2	New York Yankees	152	88	64	697:561	0.579
3	Boston Red Sox	152	82	70	668:586	0.539
4	Cleveland Guardians	153	78	75	631:638	0.510
5	Chicago White Sox	152	77	75	711:677	0.507
6	Texas Rangers	152	76	76	635:673	0.500
7	Houston Astros	152	76	76	675:729	0.500
8	Toronto Blue Jays	153	76	77	619:656	0.497
9	Baltimore Orioles	153	75	78	688:714	0.490
10	Detroit Tigers	152	72	80	683:607	0.474
11	Minnesota Twins	152	71	81	692:765	0.467
12	Seattle Mariners	153	71	82	624:680	0.464
13	Kansas City Royals	152	67	85	641:734	0.441
14	Athletics	153	61	92	661:875	0.399
15	Los Angeles Angels	152	58	94	614:692	0.382

National League

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Milwaukee Brewers	153	95	58	792:595	0.621
2	Los Angeles Dodgers	153	93	60	759:580	0.608
3	Atlanta Braves	153	89	64	706:595	0.582
4	Chicago Cubs	153	85	68	817:674	0.556
5	Philadelphia Phillies	152	84	68	681:650	0.553
6	San Diego Padres	152	83	69	659:636	0.546
7	Arizona Diamondbacks	153	80	73	678:678	0.523
8	Miami Marlins	153	76	77	681:673	0.497
9	Pittsburgh Pirates	153	76	77	730:706	0.497
10	St.Louis Cardinals	153	75	78	693:707	0.490
11	Washington Nationals	153	71	82	778:775	0.464
12	Cincinnati Reds	153	71	82	633:787	0.464
13	New York Mets	152	69	83	650:693	0.454
14	San Francisco Giants	153	64	89	649:719	0.418
15	Colorado Rockies	152	56	96	715:885	0.368

MLB Outrights

1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 3 (27.36%)

2. Milwaukee Brewers: 7.5 (10.95%)

3. New York Yankees: 9 (9.12%)

4. Tampa Bay Rays: 9.5 (8.64%)

5. Philadelphia Phillies: 15 (5.47%)

6. Boston Red Sox: 15 (5.47%)

7. Atlanta Braves: 15 (5.47%)

8. Chicago Cubs: 15 (5.47%)

9. Houston Astros: 20 (4.1%)

10. Cleveland Guardians: 25 (3.28%)

11. Chicago White Sox: 25 (3.28%)

12. Texas Rangers: 33 (2.49%)

13. Toronto Blue Jays: 35 (2.35%)

14. San Diego Padres: 35 (2.35%)

15. Arizona Diamondbacks: 100 (0.82%)

16. Seattle Mariners: 200 (0.41%)

17. New York Mets: 250 (0.33%)

18. Detroit Tigers: 250 (0.33%)

19. Baltimore Orioles: 250 (0.33%)

20. Cincinnati Reds: 250 (0.33%)

21. Kansas City Royals: 250 (0.33%)

22. Minnesota Twins: 250 (0.33%)

23. St.Louis Cardinals: 250 (0.33%)

24. Miami Marlins: 250 (0.33%)

25. Pittsburgh Pirates: 250 (0.33%)

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