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Baltimore Orioles Set to Face Oakland Athletics in American League Showdown at Sutter Health Park

On Friday, June 6, 2025, the Baltimore Orioles will face off against the Athletics in an American League matchup at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, CA. This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season, with the Orioles holding a 7-3 record in their last 10 games against the Athletics. Dean Kremer with an ERA of 4.7 is set to start for the Orioles, while Sean Newcomb with an ERA of 4.02 will take the mound for the Athletics. Baltimore is currently favored in the betting lines, opening at -135 but the current line sits at Baltimore -120. Stay tuned for more MLB picks for Friday's games. The first pitch is scheduled for 10:05 PM ET.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Orioles -120 | Athletics +104
• Spread: Orioles -1.5 (+125) | Athletics +1.5 (-145)
• Total: Over/Under 10.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 55%.

Baltimore vs Oakland Stats

Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles have been on a winning streak, looking to sweep the three-game series against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Despite their recent success, the Orioles have struggled defensively and in pitching, ranking 27th in the majors in runs allowed per game. Dean Kremer is set to pitch on Friday night with a 5-5 record and 4.70 ERA this season. Overall, the Orioles are ranked 27th in power rankings, with a 25-36 record this season.

Oakland Athletics Analysis

The Oakland Athletics faced the Minnesota Twins in an attempt to end their nine-game losing streak and avoid a series sweep. The team has struggled, allowing 82 runs during their losing streak and ranking last in the majors in runs allowed per game. JP Sears is set to pitch for the Athletics, with a record of 4-5 and a 5.05 ERA this season. Orioles have had success against Sears in the past. The Athletics are currently ranked 30th in the power rankings, with a strong offense but weak defense, and a 24-40 overall record. In their last three matchups, Baltimore won one game and lost two against Oakland.

JP Sears struggles in May as Baltimore Orioles take on slumping Oakland Athletics

Despite a decent performance by JP Sears in his last outing, he struggled with three consecutive rough appearances to end the month of May. Over 12.1 innings in those games, Sears allowed 19 earned runs on 24 hits and four walks. While the Baltimore Orioles have had difficulties hitting left-handed pitchers recently with a 52 wRC+, the Oakland Athletics have been in a slump. The Orioles' bullpen has shown significant improvement with a 3.00 ERA and 2.53 FIP over the last 10 days, whereas the A's bullpen has struggled with a 7.53 ERA and 6.03 FIP in the same period. Although the Athletics have a solid offense, their pitching staff has suffered throughout the season, particularly their bullpen.

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