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MLB Player Props Picks and Bets: Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels

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Game Summary

The Oakland Athletics (42-63, fifth in the AL West) will take on the Los Angeles Angels (45-58, fourth in the AL West) at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on Friday at 9:38 p.m. EDT. This matchup marks the second game in a four-game series, with the Athletics currently leading the series 1-0.

Recent performances have both teams showing signs of life. The Athletics are coming off a 6-5 win against the Angels, bringing their road record to 16-36. The Angels, on the other hand, have a 22-30 record in home games and are looking to bounce back from their recent loss. Historically, the Athletics have held the upper hand in this season series, leading 6-4 in the ten previous matchups.

The Athletics' offense has been powered by players like JJ Bleday, who has an impressive 30 doubles, four triples, and 12 home runs this season. Lawrence Butler is also on a hot streak, going 19-for-37 with five doubles, two triples, and six home runs over the last 10 games. Meanwhile, the Angels have Taylor Ward, who boasts 18 doubles, 14 home runs, and 45 RBIs, and Willie Calhoun, who has hit two home runs in the past 10 games.

Both teams have been performing well over their last 10 games, with the Angels having a 7-3 record and a .229 batting average, while the Athletics also have a 7-3 record but with a much higher .298 batting average.

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Player Prop Odds

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Miguel Andujar Props:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+265)
• Batter Hits: Over 1.5 (+160)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+155)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (-150)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-185)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (-120)

Player Analysis

Miguel Andujar has shown consistent performance this season, making him a valuable asset for player prop bets. With a current batting average of .235, Andujar has demonstrated his ability to get on base frequently. Over his last 10 games, he's been a reliable hitter, which bodes well for his prop bets tonight.

Andujar's ability to hit doubles and total bases makes the Over 0.5 doubles (+265) and Over 1.5 total bases (-120) attractive options. Additionally, his knack for driving in runs makes the Over 0.5 RBIs (+155) a viable choice.

Opposing Analysis

The Angels' pitching staff will have their hands full with Andujar. Carson Fulmer, the probable starting pitcher for the Angels, has a 3.66 ERA and 1.24 WHIP with 52 strikeouts over 51.2 innings. While Fulmer has been solid, he has allowed six home runs this season, indicating that hitters like Andujar could capitalize on his mistakes.

Pitching Probables

Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	Strikeouts
Paul Blackburn (OAK)	3-2	4.11	1.15	36
Carson Fulmer (LAA)	0-2	3.66	1.24	52

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Team Previews

Oakland Athletics

The Athletics have had a challenging season but are showing promise with recent performances. They rank third in the AL in home runs with 135, showcasing their power-hitting capabilities. Their overall batting average is .235, with 800 hits and 413 runs scored.

On the pitching side, the Athletics have a team ERA of 4.63, which ranks 29th in the league. Their pitchers have collectively struck out 36 batters in the past ten games, which is a positive trend for the team.

Los Angeles Angels

The Angels have struggled with consistency this season. They have a collective batting average of .235, ranking ninth in the AL. With 812 hits and 435 runs scored, their offense has been middle-of-the-pack.

The Angels' pitching staff has a team ERA of 4.41, ranking 23rd in the league. Carson Fulmer, who will be starting tonight, has been a bright spot with a solid 3.66 ERA and 52 strikeouts.

Team Injuries

Oakland Athletics

Player	Position	Injury Status
Mason Miller	RP	15-Day IL (hand)
Jacob Wilson	3B	10-Day IL (hamstring)
Tyler Soderstrom	C	10-Day IL (undisclosed)

Los Angeles Angels

Player	Position	Injury Status
Mike Trout	CF	10-Day IL (meniscus)

Recent Games

Oakland Athletics

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs Los Angeles	W 13-3	W
vs Los Angeles	W 8-2	W
vs Los Angeles	L 8-5	L
vs Houston	W 4-0	W
vs Houston	W 8-2	W

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Los Angeles Angels

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Oakland	L 13-3	L
@ Oakland	L 8-2	L
@ Oakland	W 8-5	W
@ Seattle	W 3-1	W
@ Seattle	W 5-1	W

Prediction

Based on Miguel Andujar's recent form and the current odds, I recommend betting on the following props:

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