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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

17.09.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Milwaukee Brewers – 7:4
16.09.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Milwaukee Brewers – 4:5
15.09.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Milwaukee Brewers – 1:5
13.09.26 Chicago Cubs – Pittsburgh Pirates – 3:4
12.09.26 Chicago Cubs – Pittsburgh Pirates – 4:3		 16.09.26 Houston Astros – Kansas City Royals – 2:5
15.09.26 Houston Astros – Kansas City Royals – 4:2
13.09.26 Boston Red Sox – Kansas City Royals – 4:1
12.09.26 Boston Red Sox – Kansas City Royals – 5:1
11.09.26 Boston Red Sox – Kansas City Royals – 2:3

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

    Main

    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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