The Kansas City Royals (37-38) visit the San Diego Padres (40-34) on Friday, opening a 3-game interleague series. First pitch from Petco Park is at 9:40 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s MLB odds around the Royals vs. Padres odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. Season series: First meeting; Padres won 2-1 in 2024. After losing all 6 games of a homestand, the Royals have started their road trip with 3 consecutive wins by sweeping the Texas Rangers. They won the finale on Thursday 4-1 behind SP Michael Wacha (6 IP, 2 H, 1 R, 2 BB, 5 K), with RP Carlos Esteves pitching a perfect ninth inning for his 21st save. 1B Vinnie Pasquatino hit a 2-run