The Seattle Mariners will be taking on the Los Angeles Angels in the first game of a four-game set. Although the Angels had playoff hopes at the start of the season they have struggled so far. They are currently 25-30 but are heading into an easier stretch of the season. The Mariners on the other hand are 28-29 and are in the fight for a wild card spot. This game and series will be big for both these teams playoff aspirations. Let's make a Mariners Angels prediction and pick.
The Angels are currently playing without superstar Mike Trout as he suffered a grade 2 calf strain. It is a tough task to play without the 3 time AL MVP but Shohei Ohtani has stepped up for the team. This series will be key for both teams and the Angels lineup will have to continue hitting well.
Here's the sportsbooks odds for Mariners – Angels.
MLB Odds: Mariners-Angels Odds
Seattle Mariners +1.5 (-145)
Los Angeles Angels -1.5 (+125)
Over 9 runs (-115)
Under 9 runs (-105)
Why the Mariners could cover the spread
When considering a Mariners Angels prediction, it's worth noting that the Mariners have been somewhat successful this season. They are currently one game below .500 and have a shot at making the playoffs. The play of Mitch Haniger has been key for the Mariners success so far this season. They are around middle of the pack in both pitching and hitting. The Mariners rank 16th in the league in hitting and 15th in pitching according to MLB.com. The way the Mariners handle the Angels star studded lineup could be the determining factor of the game.
They have a good shot at covering the spread as they have a starting pitcher who has already shut out the Angels this season. Justus Sheffield pitched 6 shutout innings against the Angels back on May 2 in route to a 2-0 win. He will need to have a similar outing tonight for the Mariners to win this game. Look for this game to come down to the wire and the pitching of Sheffield will be the key.
Why the Angels could cover the spread
The Angels are poised to get back on track during this easier slate on the schedule. Many people had high hopes for the team going into the season but they have underperformed so far. It has again come down to the weakness in the pitching department. The offense continues to impress and has been elevated even more with the play of Ohtani. Ohtani has been on fire this season as he is hitting .263 with 15 home runs and 40 runs batted in. Although the Angels aren't off to a good start the play off Ohtani is very impressive.
The Angels have Griffin Canning on the mound tonight who is 4-3 on the season. Canning had a good start against the Mariners on May 1st as he went 5 and a third innings with 1 unearned run allowed. If Canning can repeat a performance like this the Angels are in for a good game. The offense is there almost every game as they have very talented hitters in the lineup. Even with Trout out they have Anthony Rendon and Ohtani leading the fire power of the offense.
Final Mariners-Angels Prediction and Pick
These teams are division rivals and this game will be competitive. The Angels are looking to pounce on this easier part of the schedule and it all starts tonight. This game and series will be a big opportunity for both teams as they try to make the playoffs.
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