In this article, we will formulate a Mariners vs Angels Prediction for this MLB game on Friday, July 25th at the Angel Stadium in the second game of this series, with the Mariners having the 1-0 lead. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Los Angeles Angels Preview
The Los Angeles Angels currently hold a 49-54 record this season, placing them 4th in the AL West. They have managed a 24-24 record at home and are 55-46 in over/under. Recently, they faced a 2-4 loss at home against the Mariners and have struggled with a 1-5 record in their last 6 games. The over has been favorable for them, showing a 7-3-1 record in their last 11 games, and they are set to play against the Rangers and the White Sox next.
This season, the Angels have a batting average of .235, with a .305 OBP and a .411 slugging percentage. Their pitching staff has an ERA of 4.67 and a WHIP of 1.44. Nolan Schanuel stands out as the team’s leader with 102 hits, boasting the best batting average on the team at .276. Meanwhile, Taylor Ward leads with 76 RBI and leads the team in home runs with 23.
Jose Soriano (R) is the projected starting pitcher for the Angels, and he has a 7-7 record, 3.83 ERA and 1.43 WHIP.
Seattle Mariners Preview
The Seattle Mariners currently hold a 55-48 record this season, placing them second in the AL West. They have a 27-24 record on the road and are 57-41 in terms of over/under. Recently, they secured a 4-2 victory against the Angels on the road and have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games. The over has hit 9-3 in their last 12 games, and their upcoming matches are against the Athletics and the Rangers.
The Mariners are batting .247 this season, with a .323 OBP and a .412 slugging percentage. Their pitching staff boasts a 3.91 ERA and a 1.27 WHIP. Julio Rodriguez is leading the team in hits with 107, while JP Crawford is their best hitter with a .278 batting average. Cal Raleigh tops the team in both RBIs with 84 and home runs with 39.
Bryan Woo (R) is the projected starting pitcher for the Mariners, and he has an 8-5 record, 2.91 ERA and 0.94 WHIP.
Why the Los Angeles Angels will win
- The Angels have won each of their last nine games following a home loss.
- The Mariners have lost each of their last three games as road favorites against AL West opponents following a road win.
- The Angels have covered the run line in each of their last 11 games as underdogs against AL West opponents.
- The Mariners have failed to cover the run line in each of their last six road games against AL West opponents following a win.
- The Mariners have lost the first inning in each of their last three road games against American League opponents.
- The Mariners have trailed after 3 innings in six of their last seven games against American League opponents that held a losing record.
- The Angels have led after 5 innings in three of their last four home games against American League opponents that held a winning record.
Why the Seattle Mariners will win
- The Mariners have won seven of their last eight night games against AL West opponents following a win.
- The Angels have lost each of their last four games.
- The road team has covered the run line in each of the Mariners’ last six games.
- The Angels have failed to cover the run line in four of their last five games at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
- The Mariners have led after 3 innings in four of their last five games as favorites against American League opponents.
- The Mariners have led after 5 innings in each of their last five night games against American League opponents.
- The Angels have lost the first inning in five of their last six games as underdogs against AL West opponents.
Total Runs Facts
- Seven of the Mariners’ last eight road games have gone OVER the total runs line.
- Six of the Angels’ last seven games against AL West opponents have gone OVER the total runs line.
- The ‘Inning 1 OVER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in each of the Angels’ last seven night games at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
- The ‘Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in each of the Mariners’ last six games as favorites.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Angels rank 30th in the league for strikeouts against this season (994).
- The Angels rank 30th in the league for walks allowed this season (398).
- The Mariners rank 29th in the league for triples this season (5).
- The Mariners rank 28th in the league for doubles this season (146).
Mariners vs Angels Prediction
Both teams are currently tied with 3 wins each in their 6 matchups this season, but the Angels have a strong record of 5-1 in their last 6 games played in Los Angeles. The under has a 3-1-1 record in their last 5 meetings in LA.
In this Mariners vs Angels Prediction, the Mariners are favored at -140 as the home team. While the Mariners boast a better overall record, both teams show similar performance when playing at home or away. The Mariners hold the edge in pitching, with Woo on the mound, who has been outstanding this season. On the other hand, Soriano has struggled with a 5.33 ERA over his last 5 starts and has been particularly vulnerable at home, posting a 5.65 ERA. With a stronger bullpen and a more potent offense, I anticipate the Mariners will get the job done in this game.