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Oakland A's Look to Overcome Angels as Three Game Series Begins

The Oakland A's are set to take on the Los Angeles Angels in a three game series starting on Monday. The Angels have already swept the A's in a previous series this season, holding a perfect 4-0 record against them. The starting pitchers for the matchup will be Jeffrey Springs for the A's and Yusei Kikuchi for the Angels. The Angels are the current betting favorite with the opening line at -155. For a full prediction on this game, visit our page.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Athletics +131 | Angels -154
• Spread: Athletics +1.5 (-154) | Angels -1.5 (+130)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 61%.

Oakland vs Los Angeles Stats

Oakland Athletics

The Oakland A's have had a challenging season, with a recent slump after a promising start. They have struggled in both pitching and defense, while showing strength in batting. Tyler Soderstrom has been a standout player for the team, leading in home runs and RBI. Despite their struggles, the A's have shown some improvement in their last few games, including a series win over the Orioles. Jeffrey Spring will be starting the next game, and will look to continue his solid performance on the road. Overall, the A's are ranked 30th in power rankings and have a 26-41 record for the season.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels have won four of their last six games but were unable to complete a sweep on Sunday, losing 3-2 to the Mariners. With a record of 30-34, they currently sit fourth in the AL West. Despite ranking low in batting average and OPS, the team excels in power with the third-highest number of home runs in the league. Taylor Ward leads the team with 18 homers and 45 RBI, supported by other significant contributors like Logan O'Hoppe, Jo Adell, and Zach Neto. Mike Trout has also been a strong hitter with 10 home runs in just 38 games. However, pitching remains a weakness for the Angels, with poor team ERA and WHIP numbers. Yusei Kikuchi will make the start on Monday with better stats at home than on the road. Overall, the Angels have a power ranking of 23 and rank 17th in offense, averaging 4.25 runs per game. They recently struggled against Oakland, losing all three matchups.

Angels Maintain Momentum as Athletics Struggle: Oakland's Reliability Questioned

The Oakland Athletics secured an unexpected series win against the Orioles, however their recent performance raises concerns about their reliability. With a 6-23 record since May 8, the A’s currently hold the poorest record in Major League Baseball, trailing even behind the Rockies. Conversely, the Los Angeles Angels have been quietly displaying strong performances and have dominated their recent matchups against Oakland, claiming five consecutive victories. The Angels possess advantages in both pitching and batting, positioning them well for continued success. Despite experiencing some challenges this season, they have demonstrated offensive prowess by scoring five or more runs in four out of their last six games. Based on their recent performances, it is likely that the Angels will maintain their momentum in this upcoming matchup.

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