Get ready for an exciting matchup as the Arizona Diamondbacks (-220) take on the Oakland Athletics (+190) at 9:40 PM EDT today. The run total is set at 9.0 with the Diamondbacks favored at -1.5 on the run line at odds of -135 and the Athletics at +1.5 at odds of +115.
This game features Merrill Kelly for the Diamondbacks and Drew Rucinski for the Athletics on the pitching mound. It remains to be seen who will win this showdown, but we know one thing for sure: it’s going to be a thrilling contest.
The Diamondbacks played yesterday and beat the Giants in a close 2-1 game, leaving them potentially fatigued for the match ahead. The Athletics, meanwhile, lost 11-3 to the Rangers in their previous game, which could be a disadvantage on short rest.
In their last matchup on March 7, 2023, the Athletics were victorious over the Diamondbacks with a score of 9-3, and they were considered underdogs at +105. The total for that game was set at 9.5 and went over by 2.5 runs.
Win Trends
In their most recent 10 games, the Diamondbacks have managed to come out on top six times, while the Athletics have only won three of their last 10 games. This trend suggests that the Diamondbacks have been in better form as of late and are more likely to continue their winning ways in this game.
Totals Trends
Over the last 10 games, the Diamondbacks have gone over the set run total in 5 games while staying under in 5 of their last 10 matches. The Athletics, on the other hand, have been more unpredictable, with the total going over in 6 of their last 10 games, while staying under in the remaining 4 games.
Our in-house handicapper, the hot Shark player RoyClam651 is tipping this game to be a high-scoring affair, and we’re taking Over 9 (-105). For more tips and predictions on this matchup, download the Shark Book app for free by clicking this link here. The Shark Book app is a handicapper’s best friend, providing expert advice and predictions to help you make the best bets possible. Don’t miss out!