MLB · Friday, September 18, 2026

Kansas City Royals vs Pittsburgh Pirates — Result, Odds & Recap

Kansas City Royals schedule & results·Pittsburgh Pirates schedule & results

Final: Kansas City Royals 5, Pittsburgh Pirates 8

Pre-game, our model projected 3.7–4.5 (total 8.2). Actual: 5–8. Model called the winner.

Closing Moneyline Odds

as of Sep 18, 10:00 PM ET
BookKansas City RoyalsPittsburgh Pirates
bet365+158-190
betmgm+160-190
betrivers+154-190
caesars+165-200
draftkings+158-197
espnbet+163-200
fanduel+140-167
pinnacle+295-388

Kansas City Royals vs Pittsburgh Pirates: recap & odds

Kansas City Royals lost to Pittsburgh Pirates 5–8 on Friday, September 18, 2026. EdgeBets' pre-game simulation projected roughly 3.7–4.5 (total 8.2). Closing moneyline prices ranged across 8 sportsbooks: Kansas City Royals from +140 to +295.

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