Oakland Athletics vs
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Angels favored as they prepare to face struggling Athletics in three-game series

The Oakland Athletics and Los Angeles Angels are set to face off in a three-game series, with the first game taking place on Monday night. The Athletics will be looking to bounce back from a recent loss to the Minnesota Twins, while the Angels had a day off on Sunday. Luis Medina will be starting for Oakland with a 4.71 ERA, while Griffin Canning will be on the mound for Los Angeles with a 5.02 ERA. The Angels are currently the betting favorite, opening at -128 and the line has since moved to Los Angeles -134.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Athletics +122 | Angels -134
• Spread: Athletics +1.5 (-175) | Angels -1.5 (+155)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 57%.

Oakland vs Los Angeles Stats

Oakland Athletics

The Oakland Athletics have struggled this season, currently ranking last in the AL West with a record of 29-50. Despite recent improvements, the team has a .665 team OPS and averages 3.6 runs per game. Designated hitter Brent Rooker has been a standout player with an .829 OPS and 44 RBIs. Pitcher Luis Medina has had a mixed performance, with a 1-2 record and 4.71 ERA, but coming off a recent win. Overall, Oakland is ranked 28th in offense and 26th in defense, with a power ranking of 27 and a season record of 29-51.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels have been struggling to remain competitive this season, currently sitting in fourth place in the AL West with a 30-46 record. The team has been hitting at a mediocre level, with a .235/.301/.384 team slash line and scoring an average of 4.04 runs per game. Left fielder Taylor Ward has been a standout performer, but the team has been unable to stay afloat while waiting for Mike Trout to return. Righty Griffin Canning will be pitching, coming off a loss where he gave up six runs in five innings. Overall, the Angels have a power ranking of 28 and rank 22nd in offense, 28th in defense, and have a 30-46 record. In their last three matchups against Oakland, the Angels have gone 1-2.

Angels show improvement as they take on struggling Athletics at home

In this matchup between the Los Angeles Angels and Oakland Athletics, the Angels have shown recent improvement with a 9-10 record in the month of June compared to the Athletics' 6-15 record. Luis Medina has demonstrated potential with 10 walks to 13 strikeouts in his first four starts of the season, highlighting his solid pitching. Griffin Canning has maintained a 4.28 ERA in his last seven games, providing consistent performance for the Angels. While both teams struggle with converting runners in scoring position, the Angels have a slightly higher team OPS of .666 compared to the Athletics' .635. Based on these factors, it is projected that the Los Angeles Angels will secure a victory in this upcoming game on their home turf.

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