Jose Suarez takes the mound for the Los Angeles Angels to open this interleague road series with the Arizona Diamondbacks. It's time to continue our MLB odds series with an Angels-Diamondbacks prediction and pick.

Angels-Diamondbacks Projected Starters 

Jose Suarez vs. Jordan Montgomery

Jose Suarez (1-1) with a 6.54 ERA and 1.67 WHIP

Last Start: Jose Suarez has been pitching primarily out of the bullpen for the Angels this season but after Reid Detmers got demoted to Triple-A Suarez gets his first start of the season. In his most recent appearance, he pitched 0.1 innings giving up 0 runs, 0 hits with 1 strikeout against the Seattle Mariners.

2024 Road Splits: Jose Suarez hasn't seen much action on the road just having pitched 13 innings but he has compiled a 3.46 ERA and 1.31 WHIP in that limited action.

Jordan Montgomery (3-4) with a 6.80 ERA and 1.73 WHIP

Last Start: Jordan Montgomery was hit hard in his last start against the San Francisco Giants. He lasted just 2 innings giving up 6 runs on 7 hits, 2 home runs, and 3 walks with only 1 strikeout in the loss.

2024 Home Splits: At home, Jordan Montgomery seems to be a bit worse than he is on the road. At home in 5 starts, Montgomery has an 8.46 ERA with 5 home runs, 12 walks, and just 16 strikeouts in 22.1 innings while giving up a .358 batting average.

Here are the MLB Odds, courtesy of FanDuel. 

MLB Odds: Angels-Diamondbacks Odds

Los Angeles Angels: +1.5 (-162)

Moneyline: +134

Arizona Diamondbacks: -1.5 (+134)

Moneyline: -158

Over: 9 (-112)

Under: 9 (-108)

How to Watch Angels vs. Diamondbacks

Time: 9:40 PM ET/6:40 PM PT

TV: Fox Sports West, MLB Extra Innings

Stream: fuboTV (Click for free trial)

Why The Angels Will Cover The Spread/Win

As the Los Angeles Angels prepare to face the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night, the matchup between José Suarez and Jordan Montgomery will be pivotal.

José Suarez has shown significant improvement in his recent outings, which bodes well for the Angels. After a rough start to the season, Suarez has found his rhythm, posting a 1.93 ERA over his last four games in May. His increased fastball usage has been a key factor, with his fastball whiff rate jumping to 44%, well above the league average of 11%. This adjustment has made his secondary pitches more effective, allowing him to keep hitters off balance.

Despite their struggles this season, the Angels have the offensive firepower to support Suarez. Key players like Taylor Ward, who leads the team with 11 home runs and 34 RBIs, and Logan O'Hoppe, who boasts a .255 batting average, can provide the necessary run support. The Angels' ability to put the ball in play and avoid strikeouts will be crucial against Montgomery, who has a 6.80 ERA this season.

Jordan Montgomery has had a challenging season, with a 6.80 ERA and a 1.73 WHIP. His struggles have been particularly pronounced against teams with potent offenses. The Angels' lineup, which includes power hitters like Ward and consistent contributors like Zach Neto, can exploit Montgomery’s weaknesses.

The combination of Suarez’s recent form, the Angels' offensive potential, and Montgomery’s struggles sets the stage for a Los Angeles victory. Suarez’s adjustments and the Angels' ability to capitalize on Montgomery’s vulnerabilities position them well to triumph over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.

Why The Diamondbacks Will Cover The Spread/Win

As the Arizona Diamondbacks prepare to host the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night, the spotlight will be on the pitching duel between Jordan Montgomery and José Suarez.

Despite a challenging start to the season, Jordan Montgomery has the tools to turn things around. His 6.80 ERA and 1.73 WHIP may look concerning, but Montgomery has shown flashes of brilliance in the past, including a career 4.08 ERA over six seasons. His ability to induce ground balls and limit hard contact can be crucial against an Angels lineup that has been inconsistent. Montgomery’s experience and adjustments in his pitch selection could lead to a strong outing.

Playing at Chase Field provides the Diamondbacks with a significant edge. The familiar environment and supportive crowd can provide a morale boost for Montgomery and the entire team. The Diamondbacks have a solid home record, and their offense tends to perform better at home, with key players like Ketel Marte and Christian Walker finding their stride in front of the home crowd.

The Angels have had an up-and-down season offensively, with key players like Taylor Ward and Logan O'Hoppe experiencing slumps. Their inconsistency at the plate could be exploited by Montgomery, who has the ability to keep hitters off balance with his mix of pitches. The Angels' tendency to struggle against left-handed pitchers further tilts the advantage towards the Diamondbacks.

The Diamondbacks' lineup has been a bright spot this season, with players like Corbin Carroll and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. leading the charge. Carroll, in particular, has been a revelation, providing speed and power at the top of the lineup. The Diamondbacks' ability to manufacture runs and apply pressure on opposing pitchers will be crucial against José Suarez, who has had his own struggles this season.

The combination of Montgomery’s potential for a bounce-back performance, the Diamondbacks' home-field advantage, and the Angels' offensive inconsistencies sets the stage for an Arizona victory. Montgomery’s experience and the Diamondbacks' offensive firepower position them well to triumph over José Suarez and the Angels on Tuesday night.

Final Angels-Diamondbacks Prediction & Pick

The Angels are the bottom-dweller of the AL West while the Diamondbacks are still looking to improve as of late in their run in the NL West just 1.5 games back from second in the division. While it's hard to expect either of these two teams to make a run this year, the Diamondbacks are more equipped to win now especially in this given matchup. Jose Suarez will be making his first start of the season and will be going against the second-best team against left-handed pitching hitting .279 with 24 home runs. Ultimately, the Diamondbacks should get off on Suarez early and not let up taking the first game of this home series with the Angels.

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Final Angels-Rays Prediction & Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks (-158), Over 9 (-112)