Baltimore Orioles (85-51) vs. Los Angeles Angels (64-73)
Baltimore Orioles vs. Los Angeles Angels 9/5/23 –Baltimore Orioles and Los Angeles Angels will go head to head in what promises to be an exhilarating matchup on April 8. Both teams boast unique skills and statistics, but their current W-L standings show stark disparities; for example, the Baltimore Orioles have enjoyed an outstanding season, compiling an 85-51 record, while the Los Angeles Angels are struggling at 64-73.
The Orioles have been an unexpected delight this season. Boasting an impressive 85-51 record and boasting an imposing 0.256 batting average with an outstanding 0.425 slugging percentage, they have managed to score 680 runs using their impressive 158 homers, boasting an on-base percentage of 0.321 that keeps their offense moving freely while boasting an outstanding 4.04 ERA and 1.26 WHIP pitching staff that keeps opposing teams at bay.
The Angels have struggled this season. Their 64-73 record speaks for itself, though some surprising stats can be found within it: an average batting average of 0.249 with an improved slugging percentage thanks to their 198 homers; although their on-base percentage has slightly increased to 0.323, they still haven’t translated this into wins; pitching performance has suffered immensely with 4.73 ERA and 1.41 WHIP figures being recorded against them. For free winning MLB picks, stay tuned to their upcoming games.
Orioles vs. Angels Game Info
| When: | Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 9:38 PM ET |
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| Where: | Angel Stadium of Anaheim |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Dean Kremer (12-5, 4.20 ERA) vs. Reid Detmers (3-10, 5.01 ERA)
Dean Kremer is one of the cornerstones of Baltimore’s recent success, boasting an impressive 12-5 win-loss record this year and instrumental in maintaining their high standings. However, we must look deeper than this superficial record to comprehend his impact on Baltimore. Dean Kremer’s ERA of 4.2 indicates some room for growth while showing his ability to escape jams when necessary. With an excellent 1.28 WHIP mark indicating reasonable control at keeping runners off base – an essential skill when facing an Angels lineup with its home run potential. Over 150 innings pitched, Kremer has given up only 149 hits (not completely unhittable); striking out 134 times is a testament to his effectiveness at closing out critical moments in games; 26 homers allowed may pose some concern, but given overall performance level it can be ignored for now.
Reid Detmers of the Angels takes to the mound with an uninspiring 3-10 win/loss record, and numbers that speak of trouble: 5.01 ERA and 1.4 WHIP indicate his season has been far from successful, having pitched 124 innings while giving up 120 hits. Reid Detmers boasts a slightly better strikeout rate than Dean Kremer, with 142 strikeouts over his 124 innings pitched, suggesting he can be electric but lacks the consistency to prevent runs from scoring. Detmers has given up 18 fewer homers than Kremer, which may work in his favor when facing an Orioles lineup laden with home runs; however, his high walk total of 53 could show control issues that top-tier teams like Baltimore can exploit.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Baltimore Orioles -15, Total Odds: 11
The betting odds favor the Baltimore Orioles. With a Spread of -1.5 (+125), a Moneyline at -150, and a 9 over (+100), betting on the Orioles looks promising. The Angels are underdogs here, with a Spread of +1.5 (-154), Moneyline at +138, and Total 9 under (-120).
Baltimore Orioles Betting Trends
The Baltimore Orioles have shown themselves to be strong in terms of trends. Overs have occurred in four of their last five games, and they’re 11-4 straight up over their last 15 contests, dominating against Angels specifically with 10-3 straight-up wins in 13 contests; furthermore, they boast 5-1 road record with 5 wins out of six games played on the road this year alone. These trends suggest Orioles may currently be an attractive pick.
Los Angeles Angels Betting Trends
The Angels have somewhat disheartening trends. While five out of their last six total games have gone OVER, they have gone winless against opponents SU since starting play at home (1-6 in 6 games at home, including against Orioles in the last 6), making backing them difficult. These trends make betting against Angels difficult.
Baltimore Orioles vs. Los Angeles Angels 9/5/23 Betting Picks
Regarding starting pitchers, team stats, and recent betting trends, the Baltimore Orioles are favored heading into this matchup with an expected score of 7-4. Their recent dominance, strong pitching from Dylan Cease, and overall superiority make them an obvious pick compared to their opponent. Given their recent performance and statistics, we recommend betting on the Baltimore Orioles with a spread of -1.5. Considering both teams’ propensity for high-scoring contests, we suggest betting over total runs (OVER). For free winning sports picks, stay tuned to their upcoming games.
Free Pick and Prediction: Baltimore Orioles will win 7-4