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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Los Angeles Angels vs. Texas Rangers, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Wednesday, August 16th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Angels vs. Rangers
The Angels take on the Rangers on Wednesday, August 16th 2023 at Globe Life Field, Arlington. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Los Angeles Angels (59-62) vs. Texas Rangers (72-48)
- Date: Wednesday, August 16th 2023
- Time: 8:05 ET
- Venue: Globe Life Field, Arlington
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Los Angeles Angels - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Texas, the Angels have a record of just 59-62. This places the team 4th in the AL West. Los Angeles will be looking to move their record on the road to above .500, as they are currently 28-34 away from home.
Despite having the advantage of being favored in 64 of their 121 games, Los Angeles' record vs. the runline is just 56-65. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 60-58.
The Angels will send Reid Detmers to the mound with an overall record of 2-9. Compared to other starting pitchers, Reid Detmers has one of the higher ERA's in the league at 5.27. The left-hander has a batting average allowed of .251. Opposing hitters have gone deep 17 times against Reid Detmers, who has a WOBA allowed of .330. Detmers has a WHIP of 1.41, with 44 walks allowed.
Los Angeles comes into this game with a strong offensive unit, averaging 4.8 runs per game, good for 9th in the MLB. The Angels have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .251 ranks 10th. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 178 home runs which is 3rd. Throughout the season, Los Angeles' batters have been excellent at getting on base, posting the 8th best OBP of .324.
Texas Rangers - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Texas Rangers host the Los Angeles Angels, they have a record of 72-48, placing them 1st in the AL West. In their 62 games at Globe Life Field, the Rangers have a strong record of 42-20.
With an above .500 record against the runline at 72-48, Texas has been favored 66.7% of the time this season. The team's over/under record comes in at 59-55 with an average betting line of 9.
Taking the mound for Texas is Jon Gray. Heading into play, he has a mark of 8-5. Jon Gray boasts an ERA of 3.65. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .234 against him. Opposing hitters have gone deep 13 times against Jon Gray, who has a WOBA allowed of .285. With a total of 39 walks, Gray has a WHIP of 1.19.
Texas comes into this game with a strong offensive unit, averaging 5.8 runs per game, good for 2nd in the MLB. The Rangers have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .273 ranks 2nd. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 169 home runs which is 5th. To date, Texas has the MLB's 2nd best OBP at .342.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Angels vs. Rangers
Heading into today's matchup between Texas and Los Angeles, the Rangers are the betting favorite at -188 on the moneyline. Texas' implied win probability sits at 65.28%. The MLB predictive model shows the Angels knocking off Texas in an upset win. It is recommended to take Los Angeles on the moneyline with some positive odds.
Recommended Betting Pick: Angels Moneyline +154
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