MLB Player Props Bet Advice: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels - 7/28
- Big Ben Profits
- Jul 28, 2024, 3:02:40 AM
MLB Player Props Bet Advice: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels - 7/28
Photo Credit: © Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports
Game Summary
The Oakland Athletics will face off against the Los Angeles Angels on July 28th at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. The Athletics and Angels have both had a turbulent season and are looking to gain some momentum as they head into the latter part of the season. The Athletics come into this game with a record of 45-60, while the Angels sit slightly behind at 44-63.
Both teams have struggled with consistency, particularly in their pitching and hitting departments. The Athletics have a team ERA of 4.63, ranking 28th in the league, while the Angels aren't far behind with an ERA of 4.40, placing them 23rd. Offensively, the Athletics have hit .235 as a team, ranking 22nd, and the Angels are hitting .232, ranking 27th in the league. This matchup looks to be a battle of two struggling teams trying to find their groove.
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Player Prop Odds
JJ Bleday Player Props: - Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+425), Under 0.5 (-750) - Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+190), Under 0.5 (-270) - Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+140), Under 0.5 (-190) - Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-110), Under 0.5 (-125)
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Player Analysis
JJ Bleday has been a consistent performer for the Oakland Athletics this season. He currently holds a batting average of .278, and he has shown his capability to get on base and drive in runs. Bleday has accumulated 15 home runs and 47 RBIs so far, making him a crucial part of the Athletics' lineup. His ability to hit for power and average makes him a threat to any opposing pitcher.
Opposing Analysis
Los Angeles Angels' probable starting pitcher, Osvaldo Bido, will be facing off against Bleday. Bido has a respectable ERA of 3.09 and has shown decent control with a WHIP of 1.16. However, he has struggled at times, giving up 11 walks and one home run in just 23.1 innings pitched. The Athletics' hitters will look to exploit Bido's occasional lack of control and put pressure on him early in the game.
Pitching Probables
| Player | W-L | ERA | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osvaldo Bido (LAA) | 2-1 | 3.09 | 22 |
| Jose Soriano (OAK) | 6-7 | 3.51 | 77 |
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Team Previews
Oakland Athletics
The Athletics have had a challenging season, with a team batting average of .235 and ranking 25th in hits with 808. They have managed to score 417 runs, also ranking 25th. Their pitching staff has an ERA of 4.63, which is among the worst in the league, and their fielding percentage is middle-of-the-pack with 52 errors.
Los Angeles Angels
The Angels have similarly struggled this season. They have a team batting average of .232 and have scored 440 runs, ranking them 19th in the league. Their pitching staff has an ERA of 4.40, ranking 23rd, and they have committed 64 errors, which is the 5th most in the league. The Angels will need to tighten up both their pitching and fielding to have a chance in this matchup.
Team Injuries
Oakland Athletics
| Player | Position | Updated | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Wood | SP | Thu, Jul 25 | Shoulder | Out for the season |
| Luis Medina | SP | Thu, Jul 25 | Elbow | Out for the season |
| Mason Miller | RP | Thu, Jul 25 | Finger | Expected to be out until at least Aug 9 |
Los Angeles Angels
| Player | Position | Updated | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | CF | Fri, Jul 26 | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Aug 2 |
Recent Games
Oakland Athletics
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| vs Los Angeles | 13-3 | W |
| vs Los Angeles | 8-2 | W |
| vs Los Angeles | 5-8 | L |
| vs Houston | 4-0 | W |
| vs Houston | 8-2 | W |
Los Angeles Angels
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| @ Oakland | 3-13 | L |
| @ Oakland | 2-8 | L |
| @ Oakland | 8-5 | W |
| @ Seattle | 3-1 | W |
| @ Seattle | 5-1 | W |
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Prediction
Given JJ Bleday's recent form and the pitching struggles of Osvaldo Bido, the prop bet that stands out is the Over 0.5 RBIs at +190. Bleday has shown the ability to drive in runs consistently, and with Bido's occasional control issues, there's a good chance Bleday could capitalize with runners on base.
Pick: Over 0.5 RBIs (+190)
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