Kansas City @ Athletics Picks & Props

When it comes to his overall offensive talent, Lawrence Butler ranks in the 75th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Home field advantage generally improves hitter metrics in all categories, and Lawrence Butler will hold that advantage in today's matchup.

As it relates to his overall offensive ability, Jonathan India ranks in the 86th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today. Jonathan India's launch angle this season (17.1°) is significantly higher than his 13.3° figure last year.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Jac Caglianone will hold the platoon advantage against Mason Barnett today. The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today. Jac Caglianone's exit velocity on flyballs has declined in recent games; his 95.9-mph seasonal figure has fallen off to 93.2-mph in the past week's worth of games.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Nick Kurtz in the 95th percentile when it comes to his overall offensive ability. Nick Kurtz is projected to bat 2nd on the lineup card in this game. The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Nick Kurtz will benefit from the home field advantage in today's game, which figures to boost all of his stats.

Brent Rooker projects as the 16th-best hitter in Major League Baseball, according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Brent Rooker is penciled in 3rd in the batting order in this game. Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Hitting from the opposite that Noah Cameron throws from, Brent Rooker will have an edge today.

Darell Hernaiz's batting average talent is projected to be in the 84th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Darell Hernaiz will have the handedness advantage against Noah Cameron in today's matchup. Darell Hernaiz will hold the home field advantage in today's game, which should bolster all of his stats.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Batting from the opposite that Mason Barnett throws from, Adam Frazier will have the upper hand in today's game. The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today. Over the last two weeks, Adam Frazier's exit velocity on flyballs has seen a big rise, from 87.9-mph over the course of the season to 90.4-mph in recent games.

Vinnie Pasquantino is projected to bat 3rd on the lineup card today. The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Vinnie Pasquantino will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Mason Barnett in today's game. The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today.

When it comes to his overall offensive talent, Tyler Soderstrom ranks in the 86th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Tyler Soderstrom is projected to bat 4th in the batting order in this game. The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Tyler Soderstrom will benefit from the home field advantage in today's game, which figures to improve all of his stats.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Carter Jensen will hold the platoon advantage over Mason Barnett today. The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today. Carter Jensen has been hot lately, notching a a 25.8% Barrel% (a reliable standard to measure power) in the past two weeks.

Maikel Garcia's batting average skill is projected to be in the 96th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Maikel Garcia is projected to hit 4th in the batting order in this game. Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today.

When estimating his batting average skill, Bobby Witt Jr. is projected as the 6th-best batter in baseball by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Bobby Witt Jr. is projected to hit 2nd in the batting order in this game. Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Salvador Perez in the 87th percentile as it relates to his overall offensive ability. Salvador Perez is projected to hit 5th on the lineup card in this game. Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today.

Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Brett Harris will have the handedness advantage over Noah Cameron in today's matchup. Home field advantage typically improves batter stats in all categories, and Brett Harris will hold that advantage today. Over the last 7 days, Brett Harris's Barrel% has experienced a surge, jumping from his seasonal rate of 4.3% up to 33.3%.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Jacob Wilson as the 16th-best batter in the game when estimating his batting average skill. Jacob Wilson is penciled in 5th on the lineup card in today's game. Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Batting from the opposite that Noah Cameron throws from, Jacob Wilson will have the upper hand today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Shea Langeliers in the 92nd percentile when it comes to his overall offensive talent. Shea Langeliers is penciled in 1st in the lineup in today's game. Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Shea Langeliers will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Noah Cameron today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). John Rave will hold the platoon advantage against Mason Barnett in today's game. The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today. John Rave has suffered from bad luck when it comes to his batting average this year; his .205 rate is a good deal lower than his .242 Expected Batting Average, based on the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s interpretation of Statcast data.

Mike Yastrzemski is penciled in 1st in the lineup in today's game. The leading projection system (THE BAT) ranks Sutter Health Park as the 8th-best park in the majors for lefty batting average. The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Mike Yastrzemski will have the handedness advantage against Mason Barnett in today's game. The Athletics outfield defense grades out as the 2nd-weakest out of all the teams on the slate today.

Sutter Health Park projects as the #8 ballpark in baseball for righty batting average, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). The weather report predicts temperatures in this game to reach the highest level on the slate today at 85°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Batting from the opposite that Noah Cameron throws from, Colby Thomas will have an edge in today's game. Home field advantage typically improves batter metrics in all categories, and Colby Thomas will hold that advantage today. Colby Thomas is very toolsy, ranking in the 83rd percentile in Sprint Speed at 28.66 ft/sec this year.

Michael Massey has gone over 0.5 in 6 of his last 10 games.