In this article, we will formulate an Angels vs Diamondbacks prediction for this MLB game on Friday, July 11, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Preview
The Arizona Diamondbacks (46-48, 23-23 Away) are without a win in the previous four series. They were swept by the Miami Marlins, split with the San Francisco Giants, lost to the Kansas City Royals, and split with the San Diego Padres. Arizona had a 2-1 lead against San Diego but fell short in Game 4, 4-3. Eduardo Rodriguez took the loss after allowing four runs on eight hits with three strikeouts and two walks in 4.0 innings.
This year, the Diamondbacks average 5.09 runs per game (4th in the MLB) on a .251/.328/.445 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Diamondbacks’ staff has a 4.61 ERA (24th) and 1.32 WHIP (22nd). Eugenio Suarez leads the Diamondbacks with a .249 batting average, 29 home runs, and 75 RBI this season.
The projected starting pitcher for the Diamondbacks is Ryne Nelson, who is 5-2 in nine starts this season, with a 3.39 ERA and 0.98 WHIP in 74.1 innings.
Los Angeles Angels Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Angels (45-48, 22-22 Home) bounced back from getting swept at the hands of the Toronto Blue Jays with a series split with the Texas Rangers. The Angels had a lead in that series, but lost Game 4, 11-4 on Thursday. Taylor Ward led the offense with two RBI, while Jack Kochanowicz took the loss after allowing eight runs on eight hits with three strikeouts and three walks in 2.2 innings.
This season, the Angels average 4.31 runs per game (17th in the MLB) on a .230/.299/.407 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Angels’ staff has a 4.66 ERA (25th) and 1.45 WHIP (28th). Taylor Ward leads the Angels with a .230 batting average, 21 home runs, and 63 RBI this season.
Tyler Anderson will take the mound for the Angels on Friday. The 35-year-old left-hander has a 2-6 record in 18 starts this year with a 4.19 ERA and 1.38 WHIP in 96.2 innings.
Why the Diamondbacks will beat the Angels
- The Diamondbacks have won each of their last seven games as favorites against AL West opponents.
- The Angels have lost five of their last six night games against the Diamondbacks following a loss.
- The Diamondbacks have covered the run line in each of their last six games against AL West opponents.
- The Angels have failed to cover the run line in nine of their last 11 home games against National League opponents that held a losing record.
- The Angels have trailed after 5 innings in four of their last five games at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
- The Angels have lost the first inning in three of their last four games.
- The Diamondbacks have led after 3 innings in six of their last seven games against AL West opponents.
Total Runs Facts
- Each of the Angels’ last six home games after playing the previous day have gone OVER the total runs line.
- Eight of the Diamondbacks’ last nine night games against American League opponents have gone OVER the total runs line.
- The ‘Inning 1 OVER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in eight of the Angels’ last nine games.
- The ‘Inning 1 OVER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in seven of the Diamondbacks’ last eight road games against American League opponents.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Angels rank 29th in the league for doubles this season (124).
- The Angels rank 29th in the league for steals this season (41).
- The Diamondbacks rank 3rd in the league for RBIs this season (468).
- The Diamondbacks rank 3rd in the league for walks this season (339).
Angels vs Diamondbacks Prediction
The Diamondbacks won six of the previous ten H2H encounters, including four of the last six. I am backing the D-backs to add another victory because I believe Ryne Nelson is currently in better form than Tyler Anderson. Nelson allowed five runs in his last five starts and posted solid numbers in June, registering a 3.91 ERA. Anderson, on the other hand, posted a 6.93 ERA in June and surrendered 3+ runs in five of his previous seven starts. Arizona has one of the best offenses in the MLB, and I am backing the visitors to prove that on Friday and get a W.