This affiliate content is not influenced by our advertising relationships, but AP and Data Skrive might earn commissions from our partners’ links in this content.

When the Kansas City Royals host the Cleveland Guardians in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon, both teams will have plenty on their minds.

The Royals chipped into the Guardians' lead behind home runs from Freddy Fermin and Bobby Witt Jr. Fermin's came in the second inning, when he belted an 87 mph cutter into the Guardians' bullpen for his third home run of the season.

Preview the July 27 matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

SportsLine's proven model has simulated Cleveland vs. Kansas City 10,000 times and released its MLB best bets for Gavin Williams vs. Michael Wacha on Saturday

Friday's Cleveland Guardians at Kansas City Royals game was postponed due to inclement weather. It will be made up as part of a doubleheader Saturday.

Preview the July 27 matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.