MLB Player Props Analysis Today: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels

MLB Player Props Analysis Today: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels

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Game Summary

On Thursday night, the Oakland Athletics (41-63) will face off against the Los Angeles Angels (45-57) at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. The game is set to start at 9:38 p.m. EDT. This matchup is the 10th meeting between these two teams this season, with the Athletics leading the series 5-4.

Both teams have faced their share of struggles this season. The Angels have a home record of 22-29 and an overall record of 45-57, ranking them fourth in the AL West. Their hitters have managed a collective batting average of .235, which places them 10th in the American League. The Athletics, on the other hand, have a poor road record of 15-36 and an overall record of 41-63, ranking them fifth in the AL West. Despite their struggles, they boast the eighth-ranked team slugging percentage in the AL at .398.

In recent games, the Athletics have shown signs of improvement, winning six of their last ten games while posting a .288 batting average and a 4.40 ERA. They have also outscored their opponents by 22 runs during this stretch. The Angels, meanwhile, have won seven of their last ten games despite a lower batting average of .223 and a 4.65 ERA. They have been outscored by 14 runs during this period.

As the Angels look to extend their three-game home win streak, the Athletics aim to turn their road fortunes around. This game promises to be an intriguing contest between two teams looking to finish the season strong.

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Player Prop Odds

Here are the player prop odds for Brett Harris in today's game:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+400)
• Batter Hits: Over 0.5 (-190)
• Batter Home Runs: Over 0.5 (+470)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+185)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (-110)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (+100)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+135)

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Player Analysis

Brett Harris has been a key player for the Athletics this season. With a batting average of .276, Harris has been one of the more consistent hitters on the team. He has also contributed 15 home runs and 46 RBIs, showcasing his ability to produce runs. In his last 10 games, Harris has been particularly impressive, going 17-for-36 with four doubles, two triples, and five home runs.

Harris's recent form indicates that he is seeing the ball well and making strong contact. His ability to hit for both average and power makes him a threat every time he steps to the plate. Given his recent performances, betting on Harris to exceed 0.5 hits and 1.5 total bases seems like a solid wager.

Opposing Analysis

Harris will be facing Ross Stripling, the probable starting pitcher for the Angels. Stripling has struggled this season, with a 1-9 record and a 5.82 ERA. He has allowed 77 hits in 55.2 innings pitched, which translates to an opposing batting average of .331. Stripling's high WHIP of 1.60 indicates that he has had difficulty keeping runners off base, which bodes well for Harris and the rest of the Athletics' lineup.

Given Stripling's struggles, the Athletics hitters should have plenty of opportunities to capitalize. Harris, in particular, has the potential to take advantage of Stripling's issues with allowing hits and runs.

Pitching Probables

Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
R. Stripling (LAA)	1-9	5.82	1.6	55.2	77	35	12	6
K. Rosenberg (OAK)	0-0	6.30	1.6	10.0	12	7	4	2

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Team Previews

Oakland Athletics

The Athletics have a team batting average of .235, which ranks 22nd in the league. They have scored 408 runs (26th in MLB) and hit 793 times (25th in MLB). The team's slugging percentage of .398 is the eighth best in the American League. On the pitching side, the Athletics have a team ERA of 4.61 (28th in MLB) and have allowed 51 errors (tied for 18th). The Athletics' bullpen has recorded 26 saves, tied for 13th in the league.

Los Angeles Angels

The Angels have a team batting average of .231, which ranks 27th in the league. They have scored 429 runs (19th in MLB) and hit 803 times (23rd in MLB). The team's slugging percentage is .398, placing them in the middle of the pack. The Angels' pitching staff has a team ERA of 4.40 (23rd in MLB) and has committed 64 errors (5th worst in MLB). The Angels' bullpen has recorded 18 saves, ranking 29th in the league.

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Updated	Injury	Injury Status
Ross Stripling	SP	Wed, Jul 24	Elbow	Expected to be out until at least Jul 25
Mike Trout	CF	Wed, Jul 24	Knee	Expected to be out until at least Aug 1

Recent Games

Oakland Athletics

DATE	OPPONENT	RESULT	W-L	WIN	LOSS	SAVE	ATT
Fri, Jul 19	vs Los Angeles	W13-3	38-61	Sears 7-7	Canning 3-10	NaN	11596
Sat, Jul 20	vs Los Angeles	W8-2	39-61	Spence 6-6	Kochanowicz 0-2	NaN	14574
Sun, Jul 21	vs Los Angeles	L8-5	39-62	Garcia 4-1	Erceg 2-3	Estevez 18	10380
Mon, Jul 22	vs Houston	W4-0	40-62	Harris 2-3	Arrighetti 4-8	NaN	4517
Tue, Jul 23	vs Houston	W8-2	41-62	Bido 2-1	Bloss 0-1	NaN	5896

Los Angeles Angels

DATE	OPPONENT	RESULT	W-L	WIN	LOSS	SAVE	ATT
Fri, Jul 19	@ Oakland	L13-3	41-56	Sears 7-7	Canning 3-10	NaN	11596
Sat, Jul 20	@ Oakland	L8-2	41-57	Spence 6-6	Kochanowicz 0-2	NaN	14574
Sun, Jul 21	@ Oakland	W8-5	42-57	Garcia 4-1	Erceg 2-3	Estevez 18	10380
Mon, Jul 22	@ Seattle	W3-1	43-57	Garcia 5-1	Thornton 3-2	Estevez 19	22528
Tue, Jul 23	@ Seattle	W5-1	44-57	Soriano 6-7	Gilbert 6-6	NaN	26496

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Prediction

Given Brett Harris's recent form and Ross Stripling's struggles on the mound, our prediction is that Harris will exceed 1.5 total bases in tonight's game. Stripling's high ERA and WHIP suggest that he is likely to give up hits, and Harris has been hitting exceptionally well over the past couple of weeks. Therefore, the best bet here is:

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