Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Oakland Athletics and Los Angeles Angels are set to face off in the second game of a four-game series on Friday night. The Athletics, currently in 5th place in the AL West with a record of 64-98, will have RHP Joey Estes (4-4, 5.11 ERA) as their starting pitcher. The Angels, in 4th place in the AL West with a record of 62-100, will send RHP Carson Fulmer (0-2, 3.66 ERA) to the mound. The game will take place at Angel Stadium in Anaheim with the first pitch scheduled for 9:38 EST. Mitch Spence will also be starting for the Athletics with an ERA of 4.67. Oakland is the betting favorite with an opening line of -128, but the current line is now Los Angeles -108.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Athletics -107 | Angels -108

Spread: Athletics -1.5 (+145) | Angels +1.5 (-166)

Total: Over/Under 9.25 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oakland will win straight-up is 52%.

Oakland Athletics

The Oakland Athletics have had a strong start to the second half of the season, winning their first two series and scoring at least four runs in all but one of their games. The offense has been particularly impressive, hitting an AL best .307 over the last week with 28 extra base hits. Veteran Miguel Andujar has been a key player, hitting safely in his first six games after the All-Star break and raising his average to .302. However, first baseman Tyler Soderstrom remains on the injured list with a bone bruise in his right wrist. The pitching staff has also performed well, allowing three runs or less in four of their last six games. Despite a high opponent batting average, the bullpen has been strong with a 3.64 ERA. Closer Mason Miller has been reliable, going 15-for-17 on save opportunities this season. Overall, Oakland is ranked 22nd in offense, 26th in defense, and has a 64-98 record.