Arizona Diamondbacks vs Oakland Athletics Betting Picks & Predictions
On Friday, August 1, 2025, the Arizona Diamondbacks (51-58; 54-50-5 O/U) will face the Athletics (48-63; 56-48-7 O/U) in the opener of a three-game interleague series at
Game outlook
On Friday, August 1, 2025, the Arizona Diamondbacks (51-58; 54-50-5 O/U) will face the Athletics (48-63; 56-48-7 O/U) in the opener of a three-game interleague series at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, CA. The Diamondbacks have a recent history of success against the Athletics, winning two out of three games last season and boasting a 4-2 record in their previous six matchups. This will be the first time the two teams meet in Sacramento. The Diamondbacks vs. Athletics prediction and MLB picks for Friday's game are prepared for fans, with the first pitch scheduled for 10:05 PM ET.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Diamondbacks +112 | Athletics -128
Spread: Diamondbacks +1.5 (-176) | Athletics -1.5 (+155)
Total: Over/Under 10 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oakland will win straight-up is 56%.
Arizona Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks have been struggling, winning only one of their last nine games and getting swept in a recent series against the Detroit Tigers. They are currently nine games behind the bottom wild card spot in the National League and have made some trades, including sending Eugenio Suarez to the Seattle Mariners. Merrill Kelly is set to pitch in the upcoming game, despite being involved in trade rumors. Kelly has had a strong season so far with a 3.22 ERA and 1.06 WHIP in 22 starts. He has only allowed six runs in his last four starts and has a positive record against the upcoming opponent, the Athletics.