This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: NY Mets game against Royals in Kansas City delayed by rain on July 13

At Kauffman Stadium on Saturday, the Kansas City Royals (46-49) take on the New York Mets (54-41), with first pitch at 4:10 p.m. ET. The Royals (+110 underdog on the moneyline) hit the field versus the Mets (-132). The scheduled starters are Frankie Montas (1-1) for the New York Mets, and Angel Zerpa (3-1) for the Kansas City Royals.

The KC bullpen held its own. The Mets (55-41) scored three runs — including a Juan Soto two-run homer — and registered six hits. If there was any day to generate offense, the Royals needed it Saturday at Kauffman Stadium.

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