MLB Player Props Handicapping: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels - 7/26

MLB Player Props Handicapping: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels - 7/26

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Game Summary

The Oakland Athletics face the Los Angeles Angels in a crucial game at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on July 26, 2024, at 9:38 p.m. EDT. The Athletics currently lead the series 1-0 after a tight 6-5 victory. Both teams are struggling in the AL West with the Athletics at 42-63 and the Angels at 45-58, standing fifth and fourth in their division, respectively.

Los Angeles has a subpar home record of 22-30 and an overall batting average of .235, ranking ninth in the AL. Oakland, on the other hand, has had difficulties on the road with a 16-36 away record but has shown power with 135 total home runs, placing them third in the AL.

The season series has been competitive, with the Athletics holding a 6-4 edge over the Angels. Both teams have shown recent improvement, each going 7-3 in their last ten games. The Athletics have outscored their opponents by 30 runs in this stretch, while the Angels have a more modest differential, being outscored by four runs.

Key players for the Angels include Taylor Ward, who has 18 doubles, 14 home runs, and 45 RBIs, and Willie Calhoun, who has struggled lately, going 5-for-31 with a double and two home runs in the last ten games. For the Athletics, J.J. Bleday has been solid with 30 doubles, four triples, 12 home runs, and 36 RBIs, while Lawrence Butler is hot, going 19-for-37 with five doubles, two triples, and six home runs over the last ten games.

Injuries could play a significant role in this matchup. The Angels are missing key players like Mike Trout (10-Day IL, meniscus), and several pitchers including Patrick Sandoval (60-Day IL, elbow). The Athletics also have their share of injuries, with players like Mason Miller (15-Day IL, hand) and Luis Medina (15-Day IL, elbow) sidelined.

The pitching matchup features Paul Blackburn for the Athletics and Carson Fulmer for the Angels. Both pitchers have had their struggles but will look to give their teams a fighting chance in this installment of the season series.

Player Prop Odds

For Mickey Moniak, here are the player prop odds:

• Batter Hits: Over 0.5 (-155)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+190)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+130)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (+120)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+170)

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Player Analysis

Mickey Moniak has been a consistent force for the Los Angeles Angels this season. He has shown an ability to make contact and get on base, which is reflected in his prop odds. Moniak's over/under for hits is set at 0.5, with the over being favored at -155. This suggests a high probability that Moniak will notch at least one hit in the game.

Moniak's RBI odds are set at +190 for over 0.5, indicating a lower probability but a higher payout if he manages to drive in a run. Similarly, his odds for runs scored are +130 for over 0.5, suggesting a decent chance that he will cross the plate at least once.

Moniak's ability to hit singles is also highlighted, with a +120 odds to get at least one single in the game. Lastly, his total bases odds are +170 for over 1.5, indicating that if he can collect multiple hits or an extra-base hit, bettors can expect a good payout.

Opposing Analysis

Paul Blackburn will be taking the mound for the Oakland Athletics. Blackburn holds a 3-2 record with a 4.11 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP over 46 innings. He has allowed 40 hits, struck out 36, and walked 13 batters, giving up six home runs in the process.

Blackburn's statistics suggest that he is susceptible to giving up hits, which plays into Moniak's strengths. The Athletics' bullpen also ranks poorly in the league, which could provide Moniak with additional opportunities to succeed at the plate.

Pitching Probables

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
Paul Blackburn (OAK)	3-2	4.11	1.15	46.0	40	36	13	6
Carson Fulmer (LAA)	0-2	3.66	1.24	51.2	39	52	25	6

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Team Previews

Oakland Athletics

The Athletics have struggled this season, with a 42-63 overall record and a 16-36 road record. Offensively, they have managed to hit 135 home runs, ranking third in the AL, but their batting average is a low .235. Their pitching staff has a collective ERA of 4.63, placing them 29th in the league, and their fielding has been error-prone, with 52 errors to date.

Los Angeles Angels

The Angels have also faced challenges this season, with a 45-58 overall record and a 22-30 home record. Their team batting average is .232, ranking 27th in the league. The pitching staff has a collective ERA of 4.41, ranking 23rd, and their fielding has been even more problematic, with 64 errors, the fifth-most in the league.

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Updated	Injury	Injury Status
Andrew Wantz	RP	Thu, Jul 25	Elbow	60-Day IL
Patrick Sandoval	SP	Thu, Jul 25	Elbow	60-Day IL
Jose Cisnero	RP	Thu, Jul 25	Shoulder	60-Day IL
Kelvin Caceres	RP	Thu, Jul 25	Lat	60-Day IL
Mike Trout	CF	Wed, Jul 24	Meniscus	10-Day IL
Robert William Stephenson	RP	Thu, Jul 25	Shoulder	60-Day IL
Mason Miller	RP	Thu, Jul 25	Hand	15-Day IL
Jacob Wilson	SS	Thu, Jul 25	Hamstring	10-Day IL
Luis Medina	SP	Thu, Jul 25	Elbow	15-Day IL
Tyler Soderstrom	C	Thu, Jul 25	Undisclosed	10-Day IL
Dany Jimenez	RP	Thu, Jul 25	Oblique	15-Day IL
Alex Wood	SP	Thu, Jul 25	Rotator Cuff	60-Day IL
Esteury Ruiz	LF	Thu, Jul 25	Wrist	10-Day IL
Darell Hernaiz	IF	Thu, Jul 25	Ankle	60-Day IL
Ken Waldichuk	SP	Thu, Jul 25	Elbow	60-Day IL
Trevor Gott	RP	Thu, Jul 25	Elbow	60-Day IL

Recent Games

Date	Opponent	Result	W/L	Win	Loss	Save	Attendance
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
Wed, Jul 24	vs Houston	L8-1	41-63	Brown 9-6	Sears 7-8	NaN	14978
Thu, Jul 25	@ Los Angeles	W6-5	42-63	Stripling 2-9	Rosenberg 0-1	Ferguson 1	25752

Prediction

Given Mickey Moniak's recent form and the struggles of Paul Blackburn and the Athletics' bullpen, the value bet here is on Moniak to record over 0.5 hits at -155. His consistent ability to make contact and get on base aligns well with Blackburn's propensity to allow hits.

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