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The Oakland Athletics poised to take on Tampa Bay Rays in Sacramento - Full prediction and analysis here

The Tampa Bay Rays and Oakland Athletics will face off on Monday night in Sacramento. The A's previously won two out of three games against the Rays in July. Ryan Pepiot will be starting for the Rays while Jeffrey Springs is expected to start for the A's. For a full prediction of the game, please refer to our detailed analysis.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rays -104 | Athletics -109
• Spread: Rays +1.5 (-200) | Athletics -1.5 (+172)
• Total: Over/Under 10 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oakland will win straight-up is 52%.

Tampa Bay Rays

Tampa Bay Rays, after vying for the division lead, have faced a recent decline, losing three straight games and 14 of their last 19. The team currently holds a record of 57-62 and sits at the bottom of the AL East. Due to Hurricane Milton, their home games were relocated to Steinbrenner Field earlier in the season, resulting in a heavy road schedule in the second half. In terms of offense, the Rays rank in the middle of the pack in runs per game, batting average, OPS, and home runs, but lead the league in stolen bases. Their pitching staff ranks 16th in baseball with a 3.91 ERA and the bullpen has performed well with a 3.73 ERA. The projected starter, Ryan Pepiot, has struggled in his recent outings, posting a 5.44 ERA in his last eight games, leading to five losses in his last six starts.

Oakland Athletics

Despite being in last place with a 53-67 record, the A's have seen improvements with back-to-back wins, including a recent victory over Baltimore. Playing at Sutter Health Park has benefited the offense, with the team ranking 13th in runs per game, seventh in batting average, sixth in home runs, and 22nd in stolen bases. However, pitching remains a weakness for Sacramento, as they rank near the bottom in ERA, WHIP, and quality starts. The bullpen has struggled with a high ERA, and defensive errors have added to the team's challenges. Jeffrey Springs will start for Sacramento, boasting a 10-7 record, 3.89 ERA, and strong recent performances with a 2.00 ERA over his last three starts.

Oakland Athletics Look to Capitalize on Tampa Bay Rays' Road Struggles

The Tampa Bay Rays are currently experiencing challenges on the road, having lost 14 of their last 17 away games. Starting pitcher Ryan Pepiot has struggled with a 5.44 ERA over his previous eight appearances. On the other hand, the Oakland Athletics are entering the series with confidence, securing two consecutive victories in Baltimore. Jeffrey Springs, a consistent performer, will take the mound for the A's. Notably, the A's have won the last four home games started by Springs. Despite concerns surrounding the stability of the A's bullpen, their lineup boasts impressive power, while Pepiot has shown vulnerability to home runs in recent outings. Anticipate the Athletics to seize an early lead and maintain control throughout the game.

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