Oakland @ Los Angeles Picks & Props

Lawrence Butler is projected to bat 1st in the lineup in this matchup, which would be an upgrade from his 75% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the batting order this season. The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Angel Stadium as the 7th-best field in the league for left-handed base hits. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Lawrence Butler has made sizeable improvements with his Barrel% lately, upping his 12.1% seasonal rate to 17.9% over the last two weeks.

The switch-hitting Luis Rengifo will be less advantaged while batting from his bad side (0) today against Ross Stripling Out of every team in action today, the 4th-strongest infield defense is that of the the Oakland Athletics. Luis Rengifo's exit velocity on flyballs has fallen off this season; his 91.7-mph figure last season has fallen to 88.7-mph. Luis Rengifo's launch angle this season (5.4°) is considerably worse than his 10.9° angle last year. As it relates to his wOBA and overall offense, Luis Rengifo has had positive variance on his side this year. His .347 figure has been quite a bit higher than the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s version of Statcast-based Expected wOBA (xwOBA) at .307.

When estimating his overall offensive talent, Zach Neto ranks in the 81st percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Home field advantage generally improves hitter metrics in all categories, and Zach Neto will hold that advantage in today's game.

In today's matchup, Miguel Andujar is at a disadvantage facing the league's 10th-deepest LF fences given that he hits his flyballs to the pull field at a 34% rate (81st percentile). Miguel Andujar will be at a disadvantage playing on the visting team today. Over the last 7 days, Miguel Andujar's exit velocity on flyballs has dropped from his seasonal average of 83 mph to 74.6 mph. In the past two weeks' worth of games, Miguel Andujar has recorded a mere a 0% Barrel%, indicating a decline in power ability. Miguel Andujar has been very fortunate when it comes to with his wOBA this year; his .319 rate is a good deal higher than his .275 Expected wOBA, based on the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s interpretation of Statcast data.

Kevin Pillar is penciled in 5th on the lineup card in today's game. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Kevin Pillar will possess the home field advantage in today's matchup, which should boost all of his stats.

Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report projects the 2nd-most favorable hitting weather on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Home field advantage typically improves hitter stats across the board, and Jo Adell will hold that advantage in today's game. Based on Statcast metrics, the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s version of Expected wOBA (.321) suggests that Jo Adell has had some very poor luck this year with his .284 actual wOBA. This year, the hardest ball Jo Adell has made contact with reached a maximum exit velocity of 115.6 mph (a reliable metric to study power), ranking in the 94th percentile.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Zack Gelof in the 92nd percentile when assessing his BABIP skill. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Tyler Anderson will hold the platoon advantage over Zack Gelof in today's game.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Taylor Ward in the 95th percentile when it comes to his overall offensive skill. Taylor Ward is projected to bat 3rd in the batting order today. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Logan O'Hoppe in the 90th percentile when estimating his overall offensive ability. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Logan O'Hoppe will benefit from the home field advantage in today's matchup, which ought to bolster all of his stats.

Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report projects the 2nd-most favorable hitting weather on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Home field advantage typically improves batter stats in all categories, and Brandon Drury will hold that advantage in today's game. Based on Statcast data, the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s version of Expected Batting Average (.236) implies that Brandon Drury has had bad variance on his side this year with his .164 actual batting average.

Shea Langeliers is penciled in 4th in the batting order in this matchup. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Tyler Anderson will have the handedness advantage against Shea Langeliers in today's game.

When it comes to his overall offensive skill, Anthony Rendon ranks in the 84th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Anthony Rendon is penciled in 1st on the lineup card today. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters.

When it comes to his overall offensive ability, Brent Rooker ranks in the 96th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Brent Rooker is projected to hit 3rd in the batting order in this matchup. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters.

Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Tyler Anderson will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Daz Cameron in today's game. Based on Statcast metrics, the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s version of Expected wOBA (.335) suggests that Daz Cameron has been unlucky this year with his .262 actual wOBA.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Nolan Schanuel in the 85th percentile when assessing his batting average ability. The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Angel Stadium as the 7th-best field in the league for left-handed base hits. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Nolan Schanuel will hold the platoon advantage over Ross Stripling today.

Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Batting from the same side that Tyler Anderson throws from, Brett Harris will be in a tough position today. A consistent launch angle is an indicator of good hitting, and Brett Harris has been very consistent with his lately, compiling a 36.1° launch angle standard deviation in the last two weeks' worth of games.

Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report projects the 2nd-most favorable hitting weather on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The switch-hitting Abraham Toro will bat from his weak side (0) today against Tyler Anderson Abraham Toro's footspeed has gotten better this season. His 26.92 ft/sec Statcast Sprint Speed last season sits at 27.98 ft/sec now. Abraham Toro is in the 77th percentile when it comes to hitting balls between 23° and 34°, the launch angle range that tends to best-produce home runs (17.5% rate this year).

Willie Calhoun is projected to bat 4th on the lineup card in this game. The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Angel Stadium as the 7th-best field in the league for left-handed base hits. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Batting from the opposite that Ross Stripling throws from, Willie Calhoun will have the upper hand today.

Tyler Nevin is projected to bat 5th in the lineup today. Angel Stadium ranks as the #7 field in the majors for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Hitting from the same side that Tyler Anderson throws from, Tyler Nevin faces a tough challenge today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Angel Stadium as the 7th-best field in the league for left-handed base hits. The weather forecast predicts temperatures in this game to reach the 2nd-highest level on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The wind projects to be blowing out to CF at 8.1-mph in this match-up, the most-favorable of the day for hitters. Mickey Moniak will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Ross Stripling today. Mickey Moniak will have the benefit of the home field advantage in today's game, which figures to bolster all of his stats.

Jeffrey Bleday has gone over 0.5 in 5 of his last 10 games.