Baltimore Orioles vs Los Angeles Angels Betting Picks & Predictions
In Friday's upcoming game, the Baltimore Orioles (13-22) face off against the Los Angeles Angels (15-20) in Southern California. Both teams are currently at the bottom of
Game outlook
In Friday's upcoming game, the Baltimore Orioles (13-22) face off against the Los Angeles Angels (15-20) in Southern California. Both teams are currently at the bottom of their respective divisions. Baltimore is on a four-game losing streak, while Los Angeles has won three of their last four games. Key players missing for Baltimore include Thomas Sosa, Jordan Westburg, Ramon Urias, and Gary Sanchez, while Los Angeles will be without Anthony Rendon, Mike Trout, and Gustavo Campero. The Orioles are favored to win with Tomoyuki Sugano starting as pitcher, while Kyle Hendricks will be starting for the Angels. The current betting line favors Baltimore at -148.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Orioles -148 | Angels +130
Spread: Orioles -1.5 (+108) | Angels +1.5 (-125)
Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 60%.
Baltimore Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles are currently struggling both offensively and defensively this season. They are ranked 17th in slugging percentage, 23rd in runs scored, 26th in batting average, and 27th in on-base percentage. Ryan O'Hearn and Cedric Mullins lead the team in home runs, with Mullins also leading in RBI. The team has hit 43 doubles, four triples, and 43 home runs for a total of 90 extra base hits in 35 games. On the mound, the Orioles are ranked 24th in Quality Starts, 29th in WHIP, and 30th in both ERA and batting average against. Tomoyuki Sugano leads the team in wins and ERA for starters, while Cade Povich has the most strikeouts. Despite these struggles, Sugano will be starting on Friday. The Orioles have a power ranking of 29, ranking 22nd in offense, 28th in defense, and have a record of 76-81 this season.