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Milwaukee Brewers Favored Over Oakland Athletics in Sunday Match-up at Oakland Coliseum

The Oakland Athletics will face off against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday at 4:05 p.m. EST in the Oakland Coliseum. The Athletics, with a 55-75 record, are ahead of the Angels in the AL West. On the other hand, the Milwaukee Brewers lead the NL Central with a 75-54 record and are aiming for the best record in the National League. Milwaukee is favored at a -120 money line with the total set at 8.5 runs. Frankie Montas will start for the Brewers with an ERA of 4.57, while Joey Estes will start for the Athletics with an ERA of 4.44. The opening line has Milwaukee as the favorite at -123, but the current line is Milwaukee -142.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Brewers -142 | Athletics +126
• Spread: Brewers -1.5 (+117) | Athletics +1.5 (-135)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Milwaukee will win straight-up is 59%.

Milwaukee vs Oakland Stats

Milwaukee Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers secured a 9-5 victory over the Oakland Athletics, with notable performances from Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell contributing two RBI each. Willy Adames reached base four times and Colin Rea had a solid outing on the mound. The Brewers made some strategic trades close to the deadline to strengthen their roster. Frankie Montas will look to continue the team's win streak as a starter, showcasing improved performance in recent games. Milwaukee currently holds a power ranking of 2, ranking 11th in offense and 3rd in defense, with a season record of 73-54. Their pursuit of the best record in baseball will require continued strong performances from key players like Montas.

Oakland Athletics Analysis

The Oakland Athletics suffered a 9-5 defeat against the Milwaukee Brewers in their recent game. Brent Rooker had a standout performance with a homer and three RBI, while JJ Bleday also contributed with a solo home run. Daz Cameron and Joe Boyle also had notable moments in the game, despite Boyle giving up five runs in five innings. Oakland made some low-key signings, with players like Alex Wood, Scott Alexander, and J.D. Davis joining the team. However, Trevor Gott's Tommy John surgery has led to the acquisition of Austin Adams and T.J. McFarland. The team has also added players like Ross Stripling, Miguel Andujar, and Abraham Toro. Joey Estes will be starting for the team, showing promise with a 4.44 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP in his previous outings. The Athletics have a power ranking of 15 and are ranked #25 for offense, #20 for defense, and currently hold a 55-73 record. Milwaukee has a recent winning streak against Oakland, with a 3-0 record in their last three matchups.

Milwaukee Brewers Favored in Match-up Despite Yelich's Absence

The Milwaukee Brewers are a solid choice for favoritism in this match-up. Despite the absence of Yelich in the lineup, the team has demonstrated their ability to secure victories. Additionally, the Brewers have a strong motivation to succeed, given their current standing. Montas has displayed impressive performance in recent outings, whereas Estes still lacks experience at the professional level. While outcomes in sports are inherently unpredictable, placing a wager on the Brewers seems like a more rational decision. With an impressive record of 8-2 and a strong position in the MLB rankings, the Brewers appear to be a more reliable option compared to their opponents who are struggling to avoid a bottom finish in their division.

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