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Baltimore Orioles Favored to Win Against Los Angeles Angels in Friday's Game

In Friday's upcoming game, the Baltimore Orioles (13-22) face off against the Los Angeles Angels (15-20) in Southern California. Both teams are currently at the bottom of their respective divisions. Baltimore is on a four-game losing streak, while Los Angeles has won three of their last four games. Key players missing for Baltimore include Thomas Sosa, Jordan Westburg, Ramon Urias, and Gary Sanchez, while Los Angeles will be without Anthony Rendon, Mike Trout, and Gustavo Campero. The Orioles are favored to win with Tomoyuki Sugano starting as pitcher, while Kyle Hendricks will be starting for the Angels. The current betting line favors Baltimore at -148.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Orioles -148 | Angels +130
• Spread: Orioles -1.5 (+108) | Angels +1.5 (-125)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 60%.

Baltimore vs Los Angeles Stats

Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles are currently struggling both offensively and defensively this season. They are ranked 17th in slugging percentage, 23rd in runs scored, 26th in batting average, and 27th in on-base percentage. Ryan O'Hearn and Cedric Mullins lead the team in home runs, with Mullins also leading in RBI. The team has hit 43 doubles, four triples, and 43 home runs for a total of 90 extra base hits in 35 games. On the mound, the Orioles are ranked 24th in Quality Starts, 29th in WHIP, and 30th in both ERA and batting average against. Tomoyuki Sugano leads the team in wins and ERA for starters, while Cade Povich has the most strikeouts. Despite these struggles, Sugano will be starting on Friday. The Orioles have a power ranking of 29, ranking 22nd in offense, 28th in defense, and have a record of 13-23 this season.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels are currently facing challenges in both their offense and pitching performances. In terms of hitting, they rank low in important categories such as slugging percentage, runs scored, batting average, and on-base percentage. Despite having standout players like Mike Trout and Logan O'Hoppe leading in home runs and RBI, the team as a whole is struggling to generate runs. On the pitching side, the Angels are particularly struggling in their bullpen, ranking poorly in ERA, WHIP, and batting average against. However, they have shown some promise in Quality Starts. While the team has had mixed results overall and is currently ranked 30th in power rankings, they have the opportunity to turn things around with upcoming games.

Los Angeles Angels Struggle with Injuries and Performance Woes amid Mike Trout's Absence

The Los Angeles Angels have faced significant challenges in recent games, losing eight of their last 11 games and 12 of their last 15 against American League teams. The absence of key player Mike Trout, who leads the team in home runs and RBI despite only playing in 29 out of 35 games, has been particularly impactful. Additionally, six pitchers for the Angels are currently on the injury list, putting strain on the team's bullpen. While the starting rotation has shown promise with 16 Quality Starts in 35 games, the team's ERA ranks 27th at 5.25. In comparison, Baltimore's Tomoyuki Sugano has delivered two solid performances, allowing only two earned runs in 11 innings with 12 strikeouts and three walks. On the other hand, LA's Kyle Hendricks has struggled in three of his last four outings, giving up a total of 16 runs in 19.2 innings, resulting in three losses for the team.

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