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Baltimore Orioles Look to Sweep Los Angeles Angels in Sunday Afternoon Matchup

In Sunday afternoon MLB action, the Los Angeles Angels will face off against the Baltimore Orioles as Baltimore looks to complete a sweep after winning the first two games of the series. The Angels hold a record of 33-36, while the Orioles stand at 29-40. Yusei Kikuchi will take the mound for the Angels with an ERA of 2.92, while Cade Povich will start for the Orioles with an ERA of 5.9. Baltimore opens as the favorite with a betting line of -125, which has since moved to Baltimore -128. Stay tuned to see our prediction for the outcome of this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Angels +113 | Orioles -128
• Spread: Angels +1.5 (-183) | Orioles -1.5 (+151)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 56%.

Los Angeles vs Baltimore Stats

Los Angeles Angels

The Los Angeles Angels are heading into Sunday's series finale against Baltimore looking to salvage a game after dropping the first two contests. Despite their strong offensive presence with 99 home runs, they struggle with consistency, ranking 4th in home runs but 17th in runs per game and 27th in batting average. Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi will be starting for the Angels, bringing a strong ERA but searching for his first road win. The pitching staff has been underwhelming this season, ranking 25th in ERA and 28th in WHIP, and the team must improve its situational hitting and defensive lapses in order to turn their season around. Despite their potential, the Angels continue to underperform in winnable games, making the series finale a crucial opportunity for a turnaround.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

Despite their lower ranking in the AL East standings, the Baltimore Orioles have shown resilience by winning the first two games of the series against the Angels. With a record of 29-40, the Orioles have performed better at home and are looking to sweep the series on Sunday. Although their offense has been inconsistent this season, ranking 25th in scoring and 22nd in hitting, they have managed to capitalize on their opportunities against Los Angeles with 78 home runs on the year. However, starting pitcher Cade Povich has struggled with a 1-5 record and a 5.46 ERA, especially at home where he has a 0-3 record and a 7.79 ERA in seven starts. The Orioles' pitching staff as a whole has struggled this season, ranking 26th in ERA and WHIP. Despite their challenges, the Orioles have shown improvement defensively and have a chance to secure a sweep if they can continue to perform well against the Angels' pitching.

Angels Look to Capitalize on Pitching Matchup for Road Victory Against Orioles

Despite Yusei Kikuchi's struggles on the road, the Los Angeles Angels have a strong opportunity to avoid a sweep on Sunday. Kikuchi has been one of the more reliable pitchers in the Angels' rotation this season, boasting a 2.92 ERA overall. Despite his 4.43 ERA on the road, Kikuchi's solid command and ability to limit quality contact give him an advantage over the Baltimore Orioles' struggling offense, which ranks 25th in runs scored.

On the other hand, the matchup heavily favors the Angels against Cade Povich, who sports a 7.79 ERA in his seven home starts. Povich's command issues and high pitch counts have led to early exits, which could spell trouble against the power-hitting Angels lineup, currently ranked 4th in MLB in home runs. By capitalizing on Povich's vulnerabilities early in the game, the Angels have a prime opportunity to turn the series around with a much-needed road victory.

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