Jose Soriano MLB Player Prop Prediction: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels 7/28
- Kingpin
- Jul 28, 2024, 5:30:20 AM
MLB Player Prop Prediction: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels 7/28
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Game Summary
The Los Angeles Angels host the Oakland Athletics in a matchup that sees both teams trying to improve their standing in the AL West. The game is scheduled for Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 4:07 p.m. EDT at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. The Angels, with a 45-60 record, are looking to snap a three-game home losing streak. Meanwhile, the Athletics, sitting at 44-63, have been better recently, winning eight of their last ten games.
Los Angeles has struggled at home with a 22-32 record and overall have a 45-60 record. However, they have a strong record of 30-14 in games where they score five or more runs. Oakland, on the other hand, has a poor road record of 18-36 but has shown power, ranking fourth in MLB play with 138 home runs.
In their season series, the Athletics have dominated, leading 8-4 in the 12 games played so far. Key performers for the Angels include Taylor Ward with 15 home runs and Nolan Schanuel, who has been hot recently, going 10-for-29 with three home runs and five RBIs in the last 10 games. For the Athletics, Brent Rooker has been a standout, hitting .294 with 25 home runs, and Lawrence Butler who has been on fire, going 20-for-42 with five home runs over the last 10 games.
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Jose Soriano to Record a Win: No (-210), Yes (+150)
Player Analysis
Jose Soriano has been one of the more reliable pitchers for the Angels this season. With a 6-7 record, a solid 3.51 ERA, and 77 strikeouts in 95 innings pitched, Soriano has been a steady presence on the mound. His WHIP of 1.17 indicates good control and the ability to limit base runners. While his record might not reflect it, Soriano has often been the victim of poor run support from his offense.
Opposing Analysis
The Oakland Athletics' batting lineup presents a mixed challenge for Soriano. They rank fourth in MLB with 138 home runs, showcasing their power-hitting capabilities. However, they struggle with consistency, as indicated by their .235 team batting average, which ranks 22nd in the league. Key players like Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler are in excellent form, and they will be crucial in trying to disrupt Soriano's rhythm on the mound.
Pitching Probables
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| Player | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP | H | K | BB | HR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O. Bido | 2-1 | 3.09 | 1.16 | 23.1 | 16 | 22 | 11 | 1 |
| J. Soriano | 6-7 | 3.51 | 1.17 | 95.0 | 74 | 77 | 37 | 8 |
Team Previews
Oakland Athletics:
The Athletics have shown power at the plate, ranking fourth in MLB with 138 home runs. However, their overall offensive consistency is lacking, as evidenced by their .235 team batting average. Their pitching staff has a combined ERA of 4.63, ranking 28th in the league, and their defense has committed 52 errors, ranking 18th.
Los Angeles Angels:
The Angels have struggled both at home and on the road, but they do have a knack for scoring runs in bunches, as shown by their 30-14 record when scoring five or more runs. Their team ERA of 4.40 ranks 23rd in the league, and their defense has committed 64 errors, ranking 5th. Offensively, they have managed 819 hits and 440 runs, ranking 20th and 19th, respectively.
Team Injuries
Angels:
| Player | Position | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Wantz | RP | 60-Day IL (elbow) |
| Patrick Sandoval | SP | 60-Day IL (elbow) |
| Jose Cisnero | RP | 60-Day IL (shoulder) |
| Kelvin Caceres | RP | 60-Day IL (lat) |
| Mike Trout | CF | 10-Day IL (meniscus) |
| Robert William Stephenson | RP | 60-Day IL (shoulder) |
Athletics:
| Player | Position | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mason Miller | RP | 15-Day IL (hand) |
| Jacob Wilson | INF | 10-Day IL (hamstring) |
| Luis Medina | SP | 15-Day IL (elbow) |
| Tyler Soderstrom | C | 10-Day IL (undisclosed) |
| Dany Jimenez | RP | 15-Day IL (oblique) |
| Alex Wood | SP | 60-Day IL (rotator cuff) |
| Esteury Ruiz | OF | 10-Day IL (wrist) |
| Darell Hernaiz | INF | 60-Day IL (ankle) |
| Ken Waldichuk | SP | 60-Day IL (elbow) |
| Trevor Gott | RP | 60-Day IL (elbow) |
Recent Games
Angels:
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 19 vs Oakland | L 13-3 | L |
| Sat, Jul 20 vs Oakland | L 8-2 | L |
| Sun, Jul 21 vs Oakland | W 8-5 | W |
| Mon, Jul 22 @ Seattle | W 3-1 | W |
| Tue, Jul 23 @ Seattle | W 5-1 | W |
Athletics:
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 19 vs Los Angeles | W 13-3 | W |
| Sat, Jul 20 vs Los Angeles | W 8-2 | W |
| Sun, Jul 21 vs Los Angeles | L 8-5 | L |
| Mon, Jul 22 vs Houston | W 4-0 | W |
| Tue, Jul 23 vs Houston | W 8-2 | W |
Prediction
Pick: Jose Soriano to Record a Win (Yes +150)
Despite the Angels' recent slump, Jose Soriano has been a consistent performer on the mound. Given the Athletics' struggles on the road and Soriano's ability to limit base runners, this is a good value bet. The Athletics have been on a hot streak, but Soriano's solid control and the Angels' potential to score runs give him a good chance to record a win.
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