Los Angeles Angels (15-21) vs Baltimore Orioles (13-23)
Game Info: Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:38 pm (Angel Stadium)
T. Sugano (R) vs K. Hendricks (R)
Betting Odds: Los Angeles Angels +124 / Baltimore Orioles -148 --- Over/Under: 9.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: MLB.TV
In this article, we will formulate an Orioles vs Angels prediction for this MLB game on Friday, May 9, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Baltimore Orioles Betting Preview
The Baltimore Orioles (13-23, 5-14 Away) are going through their worst stretch of the year after losing the last five games. Following a series win over the Yankees, the Orioles lost to the Royals and then were swept by the Twins on the road. In the recent 5-2 defeat to Minnesota, Dean Kremer pitched for 7.0 innings in a no-decision, allowing two runs on three hits with eight strikeouts and two walks. Yennier Cano took the loss.
This season, the Orioles average 3.72 runs per game (24th in the MLB) on a .227/.295/.385 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Orioles’ staff has a 5.50 ERA (29th) and 1.52 WHIP (28th). Cedric Mullins leads the Orioles with a .237 batting average, seven home runs, and 21 RBI this season.
Tomoyuki Sugano will take the mound for the Orioles on Friday. The 35-year-old right-hander has a 3-2 record in seven starts this year with a 3.00 ERA and 1.13 WHIP in 39.0 innings.
Los Angeles Angels Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Angels (15-21, 8-8 Home) lost four consecutive series to the Pirates, Twins, Mariners, and Tigers, but managed to beat the Blue Jays in the most recent series. The Angels won the opening two games, but couldn't get their first sweep of the season as Toronto secured an 8-5 victory. Taylor Ward led the offense with two RBI, while Jose Soriano pitched for 5.0 innings in a no-decision, allowing three runs on eight hits with six strikeouts and four walks. Ryan Johnson took the loss.
This year, the Angels average 3.75 runs per game (23rd in the MLB) on a .218/.276/.390 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Angels’ staff has a 5.33 ERA (26th) and 1.51 WHIP (27th). Mike Trout leads the Angels with a .179 batting average, nine home runs, and 18 RBI this season.
The projected starting pitcher for the Angels is Kyle Hendricks, who is 1-3 in six starts this season, with a 5.28 ERA and 1.17 WHIP in 30.2 innings.
Total Runs Facts
- Eight of the Angels' last nine games as underdogs have gone OVER the total runs line.
- Each of the Orioles' last four games as road favorites have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- The 'Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs' market has hit in each of the Orioles' last four night games against American League opponents.
- The 'Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs' market has hit in five of the last six games between the Orioles and Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Angels rank 29th in the league for hits this season (259).
- The Angels rank 29th in the league for doubles this season (45).
- The Orioles rank 29th in the league for strikeouts this season (258).
- The Orioles rank 29th in the league for opponent batting average this season (.284).
Orioles vs Angels Prediction
The Orioles won seven of the previous ten H2H encounters. Eight of Los Angeles's last ten games went Over, which was the case in seven of the previous ten H2H duels. I am going with Over here, not because I don't trust the starters, but because these teams have two of the three worst bullpens in the MLB this season. Sugano hasn't allowed more than three runs in a game, while Hendricks hasn't impressed so far, so I believe the Orioles will score multiple runs off him here. We will have a classic shootout when the relievers come in, so make sure to back Over.
Oliver’s Pick Over 9.5
AUTHOR: Oliver Zivic
