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Orioles vs Athletics

Green-and-gold value tempts, but Baltimore bats eye outfield walls.

Baltimore Orioles

Orioles (25-37) VS Athletics (25-40)

Jun 08, 2025 | 4:05 PM ET | Sutter Health Park, Sacramento, CA

Athletics
Moneyline Pick - Baltimore Orioles (-143): B+

The Baltimore Orioles face the Athletics, who have lost eight of their last ten. Baltimore holds a slightly better run differential and has historically performed against the A's, batting .291 with nine home runs in their last six games. The Orioles' bullpen is bolstered by the return of key relievers, providing late-inning stability. The A's lineup is impacted by injuries, including the absence of their top run producer. The Athletics plan to start a rookie fireballer, indicating a bullpen-heavy approach.

Considering Baltimore's offensive history against the Athletics, a more stable bullpen, and the Athletics' injury challenges, backing the Orioles on the moneyline appears to be a prudent choice. While the betting odds may not offer a substantial return, the matchup dynamics suggest a favorable outcome for Baltimore. As always, it's advisable to monitor any last-minute lineup changes or injury updates before placing wagers.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 08/06/2025 09:43

Over/Under Pick - Under 11, (-115): B

The Baltimore Orioles, currently on a 7-3 run, face the Athletics, who are on a 2-8 run. Both teams are dealing with injuries to key players, affecting their offensive capabilities. Baltimore's offense has managed just eight runs over its last 27 innings, while the A's bullpen has been effective at home, ranking among the top in hard-hit suppression. The Athletics' home park, known for its somewhat pitcher friendly confines, has kept opponents to an average of 3.7 runs per game.

Given the current form of both teams and the pitching matchup, this game is anticipated to be low-scoring. With both teams struggling offensively and the ballpark conditions favoring pitchers, the total runs are likely to stay under 11. Betting on the under appears to be a prudent choice, offering solid value given the circumstances. As always, it's advisable to monitor any last-minute lineup changes or injury updates before placing wagers.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 08/06/2025 09:43

Spread Pick - Athletics, +1.5 (-122): B

The Athletics enter this matchup having lost eight of their last ten, while Baltimore continues to sit at the bottom of the AL East, despite a 7-3 run, and is dealing with bullpen depth issues following another key injury. Even as Baltimore's offense remains capable of producing, the Athletics counters with a left-hander who has yet to face the Orioles in his career, but is supported by a bullpen that can bring late velocity to close out innings. With Baltimore having covered the run line only once in its past seven contests, the combination of recent form and matchup dynamics points to value in taking the Athletics with the extra run and a half.

Given the A's ability to keep games close and Baltimore's recent inconsistencies, backing the underdog on the run line provides a solid opportunity. The matchup earns a strong position based on likelihood and payout potential, making the run line play worth the juice.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 08/06/2025 09:43

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