Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Oakland Athletics Pick 8/2/24 – As the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Oakland Athletics are set to play on Friday, August 2, 2024, team performance further emphasizes the likelihood of the tactics on the field as well as the aspect deciding the bet. In this game, which occurs at the Oakland Coliseum , the strategic importance comes from the fact that this is a point in the second half of the season and the placement of the game in the multi-handicapper selections because of the contrasting paths of the two teams.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Oakland Athletics Pick 8/2/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Friday, August 2, 2024 at 9:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Oakland Coliseum |
| TV: | — |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Los Angeles Dodgers (63-46) vs. Oakland Athletics (45-65)
Dodgers batting average stands at .252 and they have scored 534 runs this season thanks to the 933 hits and 147 home runs. The team’s on base percentage is .333 coupled with a slugging percentage of .433. However their recent form depicts certain weaknesses of the form as they have a pathetic 1-4 SU in last five games but bear a better record at 6-1 SU in the last seven games against the Athletics.
On the other side, the Oakland Athletics, despite being low ranked, have demonstrated on and off spurts of revolt. This season they have 848 hits and 142 home runs, their batting average is .231 and they scored 454 runs. The average of getting on base is . 302 and their slugging average, .399 is lesser than Dodgers suggesting the struggles they have sustaining the team’s production on offense.
Gavin Stone (9-4, 3.34 ERA) vs. Joey Estes (4-4, 4.92 ERA)
Gavin Stone offers a reliable arm on the mound boasting a 9-4 record and an ERA. of 3.34 belonging to the Dodgers franchise. He has pitched for 107.2 innings and holds the record of allowing 106 hits as well as 82 strikes out and WHIP of 1.26. 11 home runs show that Stone has good control of his team and knows how to contain pressure situations well against an Athletics team that has prolific hitters.
Joey Estes, on the other hand, has had a mixed season for Oakland with a 4-4 record and a higher ERA of 4.92. In his 71.1 innings pitched, Estes has allowed 70 hits and 9 home runs, indicating some vulnerability in high-pressure scenarios. His strikeout-to-walk ratio also suggests that he could struggle against a Dodgers lineup that knows how to exploit pitcher mistakes.
When these two pitchers clash, the game could hinge on Stone’s ability to maintain his form against an inconsistent Athletics batting lineup, while Estes will need to elevate his performance to contain the aggressive Dodgers hitters.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Los Angeles Dodgers -180, Total Odds: 8.5
The betting odds favor the Dodgers, reflecting their superior season performance and head-to-head record against the Athletics. The total over 8.5 at +100 suggests expectations for a moderately high-scoring game, influenced by the hitting capabilities of both teams and the pitching dynamics.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends
The Dodgers have seen the total go OVER in 5 of their last 7 games, although their recent road games suggest a trend towards lower scores, with UNDER hitting in 5 of their last 6 away games against Oakland. Their struggle on the road with a 1-6 SU record in their last 7 games also needs consideration.
Oakland Athletics Betting Trends
The Athletics have shown unpredictability, with the total going OVER in 4 of their last 6 against the Dodgers, yet they have also managed to keep the score under in most of their recent home games against LA. Their improved 9-4 SU record in their last 13 games gives some hope for a competitive performance.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Oakland Athletics 8/2/24 Betting Picks
Taking in account the total statistics and trends in the recent games, the Dodgers have good chances to fix the errors of the Athletics team. This means that the game may be closer than Los Angeles is favored to be depending on the pitching matchup. For those interested in their pro baseball free picks, observing the total and going with the Dodgers may be wise depending on the tendencies.
Predicting a score in a close encounter, especially given the recent trends and pitcher matchup, the Dodgers are likely to edge out, covering the spread and pushing the total just over.