Following a four-game losing streak, the Kansas City Royals (28-72) face off against the New York Yankees (52-47) on Sunday at 1:35 PM ET. The Yankees will give the ball to Luis Severino (1-4, 6.66 ERA), who is eyeing win No. 2 on the season, and the Royals will counter with Jordan Lyles (1-11, 5.87 ERA).
Bet on this matchup: Sign up for DraftKings using our link and earn a first-time depositor bonus!
New York vs. Kansas City Pitcher Matchup Info
- When: Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 1:35 PM ET
- Where: Yankee Stadium in The Bronx, New York
- How to Watch on TV: YES
- Probable Pitchers: Severino – NYY (1-4, 6.66 ERA) vs Lyles – KC (1-11, 5.87 ERA)
Watch MLB games this season on DISH!
Yankees vs. Royals Starting Pitcher Stats (2023)
| Severino | Lyles | |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | GS | 18 |
| 1-4 | W-L | 1-11 |
| 6.66 | ERA | 5.87 |
| 48.2 | IP | 102.2 |
| 22 | BB | 31 |
| 40 | SO | 73 |
Yankees Probable Starting Pitcher: Luis Severino
- The right-hander’s last appearance was on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Angels, when he tossed six innings, surrendering one earned run while giving up six hits.
- In 10 games this season, the 29-year-old has an ERA of 6.66, with 7.4 strikeouts per nine innings. Opponents are batting .299 against him.
- Severino has three quality starts this year.
- He has had one appearance this season in which he did not give up an earned run.
- Severino’s team is 4-7-0 against the spread this season in his starts.
- Games started by Severino have a 5-6-0 record at hitting the over this season.
Severino’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Angels | Jul. 17 | 6.0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| vs. Orioles | Jul. 6 | 2.2 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| at Cardinals | Jul. 1 | 4.0 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| vs. Rangers | Jun. 24 | 6.0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| at Red Sox | Jun. 18 | 5.0 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 3 |
Royals Probable Starting Pitcher: Jordan Lyles
- The right-hander last pitched on Tuesday, when he allowed three hits in six scoreless innings against the Detroit Tigers.
- The 32-year-old has an ERA of 5.87, a 2.35 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a WHIP of 1.247 in 18 games this season.
- He has started 18 games this season, earning a quality start (6 or more IP, 3 or fewer ER) in six of them.
- He has one appearance with no earned runs allowed in 18 chances this season.
- Among qualified Major League pitchers this season, the 32-year-old’s 5.87 ERA ranks 62nd, 1.247 WHIP ranks 36th, and 6.4 K/9 ranks 58th.
- The Royals have a 4-14-0 record against the spread in Lyles’ starts.
- Lyles’ starts with a set total this season have gone over the run total in eight of 18 games.
Lyles’ Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs. Tigers | Jul. 17 | 6.0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| at Guardians | Jul. 6 | 5.0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| at Rays | Jun. 24 | 6.0 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| at Tigers | Jun. 19 | 6.0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| vs. Reds | Jun. 13 | 6.0 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Not all offers available in all states, please visit DraftKings for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.
