It’s time for another exciting match in the Major League Baseball as the Oakland Athletics take on the Texas Rangers. The game is scheduled to start at 7:05 PM EDT today, and the stakes are high! The Oakland Athletics (+208) are the underdogs here, while the Texas Rangers (-250) are the favorites. The run total is set at 9.0, and it’s bound to be a thrilling game!
Pitching Matchup
The pitching matchup for this game is set to be Shintaro Fujinami vs. Andrew Heaney. Fujinami has been pitching well for the Athletics, with a 2-1 record and a 3.57 ERA. On the other hand, Heaney has been doing great for the Rangers with a 5-5 record and a 4.82 ERA. It will be interesting to see how they fare against each other in this game.
Recent Form
The Athletics and Rangers played each other just yesterday, with the former edging out the latter by a score of 5-4. The Athletics were +201 in that game, proving that they are not to be underestimated. However, the Rangers have been in good form lately, winning 7 of their last 10 games. The Athletics, on the other hand, have been struggling, having won only 2 of their last 10 games.
Totals Trends
If we look at the total trends for both teams, we can see that the Athletics have gone over in 7 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 3 of their last 10. The Rangers, on the other hand, have seen 8 of their last 10 games go over. This trend is definitely something to consider while placing your bets.
Our Prediction
For this game, we are tailing hot Shark player JohnTuna877 and taking Texas Rangers -1.5 (-119). It’s a tough call, considering the Athletics’ recent victory, but we have faith in the Rangers to come out on top. Be sure to download the Shark Book app before you place your bets. It’s the handicapper’s best friend, and it will definitely help you make informed decisions while betting on MLB games. Don’t miss out on the action and bet responsibly. Good luck!