Los Angeles Angels vs Oakland Athletics Betting Picks & Predictions
On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Angels will face off against the Oakland Athletics in the second game of a series at Oakland Coliseum. Despite the Angels not having a
Game outlook
On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Angels will face off against the Oakland Athletics in the second game of a series at Oakland Coliseum. Despite the Angels not having a listed starter, the Athletics will counter with Mitch Spence. The first pitch is scheduled for 9:40 PM ET, with Oakland opening as the home favorite. Jack Kochanowicz, with an ERA of 12, will start for the Angels, while Mitch Spence, with an ERA of 4.75, will take the mound for the Athletics. Oakland is currently favored in the betting lines, with the opening line at -131 and the current line at -149.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Angels +135 | Athletics -149
Spread: Angels +1.5 (-157) | Athletics -1.5 (+136)
Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oakland will win straight-up is 60%.
Los Angeles Angels
The Los Angeles Angels have not yet announced their starting pitcher for either game of this weekend's series. Griffin Canning is likely to start the first game, while Tyler Anderson or Jose Soriano are options for the second game. Another potential starter is Jack Kochanowicz, who struggled in his major-league debut but may be called upon due to a lack of pitching options for the team. The Angels have struggled with a 28th-ranked team ERA and have given up a high number of home runs. Their offensive and defensive rankings are low, with a record of 41-56 this season.