Angels vs. Orioles Picks and Predictions- Monday, April 22nd

Baltimore Orioles vs. Los Angeles Angels
Date: Monday, April 22nd, 9:38 ET
Location: Angel Stadium of Anaheim
TV: MLBN
Money Line: Orioles -102/Angels -119
Total Line: 8.5

Betting Preview

Here’s our betting preview for the upcoming MLB clash between the Los Angeles Angels and the Orioles on Monday, April 22nd at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. We provide you with a comprehensive analysis, odds, and predictions to help with your handicapping decision or tail our expert based on the projected lineups and listed starting pitchers.

Betting Odds

At 9:38 PM from Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, we have an American League matchup between the Orioles and Angels. Heading into Monday’s game, the Orioles have a record of 14-7, while the Angels are 9-13. On the money line, the Angels are the slight favorite at -119.

Albert Suarez is starting for the Orioles, and he is facing off against Reid Detmers for the Angels. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and you can catch this one on MLBN.

Orioles vs. Angels Projected Lineup

Straight Up/Over-Under/ Runline Record

Baltimore Orioles: 14-7 SU / OU 13-6 / Runline 13-8
Los Angeles Angels: 9-13 SU / OU 11-11 / Runline 11-11

Orioles Records & Recent Play

The Orioles’s offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Royals, closing out their series with a 5-0 win. After scoring two runs in the 3rd inning, the Orioles added another two runs in the 6th to put things out of reach. Baltimore was the slight underdog at -109 going into the game.

Cole Irvin put together a good start for the Orioles, going 6 2/3 innings, and didn’t give up a run. He also issued just two walks and struck out two. The Orioles’s offense was carried by Jordan Westburg, who went 2/3 with a homer and two RBIs.

After taking their series with the Royals, winning the final two games, the Orioles head into today’s game in a good spot. They are 2nd in the AL East, trailing the Yankees by just 0.5 games. The Orioles come into today’s game with an overall record of 14-7.

So far, Baltimore has been good on the road, putting together a record of 6-3. At home, they have gone 8-4. Baltimore has been the favorite in 18 of their games, going 12-6 in those matchups. As the underdog, which they have been three times, they are 2-1 so far.

The Orioles have been a solid bet against the run line this season, going 13-8 overall. They have been especially strong on the road, where they are 6-3 against the run line. Their average run margin for the season is +1.4 runs per game, and they have covered the run line in two straight games.

The Baltimore Orioles have been involved in a lot of high-scoring games this season, as their games have averaged 10.2 runs per game. Their over/under record for the season is 13-6, and they have gone over the total in six of their 10 games when the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs.

Angels Records & Recent Play

The Angels will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Reds with a 3-0 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 6th inning before the Reds scored three runs in the bottom of the 6th. Los Angeles was the +102 underdog on the money line going into the game.

Offensively, the Angels only had six hits but didn’t score a run. Luis Rengifo and Nolan Schanuel each had two hits. Starter José Soriano took the loss but pitched well, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just three walks and struck out seven. However, the Angels’ bullpen couldnjson’t close things out, and Los Angeles took the loss.

Heading into today’s matchup vs. the Orioles, the Angels are on a four-game losing streak, dropping their overall record to 9-13. In the AL West, they are 2.5 games behind the Rangers and are in 3rd place heading into today’s game.

The Angels have really struggled in day games this season, going 2-8. And as the underdog, they are 8-12 compared to 1-1 as the favorite. At home, they are 2-4 and have gone 7-9 on the road.

When the Angels win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.9 runs per game. When they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -4.0 runs per game. Their overall run line record is .500 at 11-11, but they are much better on the road, going 10-6. At home, they are just 1-5 on the run line, and they have failed to cover the run line in their last two home games. As the underdog, they are 11-9 on the run line, but as the favorite, they are 0-2.

The over/under line for the Angels’ game against the Orioles is set at 8.5 runs, which is below their season average of 9.1 combined runs per game. The Angels have hit the over in 8 of 11 games when the line has been set at 8.5 runs this season. Overall, 40.9% of their games have had higher over/under lines than today’s 8.5-run total.

Pitching Matchup

Albert Suárez will be making his 2nd start of the season for the Orioles, and this time he will be on the road to take on the Angels. In his first start of the season, Suárez went 5 2/3 innings, giving up 3 hits and striking out 4 batters.

Reid Detmers has been off to a strong start for the Angels, picking up wins in each of his first two starts. He’s been able to rack up the strikeouts, as he has 19 K’s in 11 2/3 innings of work. Detmers has given up just 5 hits in his two starts, and he’ll be taking on the Orioles today, who he beat in his first start of the season.

Orioles vs. Angels Offense Outlook

When looking at the Orioles’ offensive projections, we see that Anthony Santander has the best chance to hit a home run for Baltimore, as his home run projection is 7th best in the league today. Ryan Mountcastle is not far behind, as his home run projection is 14th best in the league. If you are looking at total hits, Gunnar Henderson has the best chance to get a hit for the Orioles, as his hits projection is 17th best in the league today.

If you’re looking at the Angels’ player props, Mike Trout has the 4th highest total hits projection on the team, but his home run projection is the best on the team and 6th best in the league today. Taylor Ward has the best hits projection on the team and the 2nd best odds to hit a home run. Luis Rengifo is 2nd in total hits projection and 5th in terms of home run odds. Logan O’Hoppe has the 2nd best odds to hit a home run for the Angels.

Free Orioles vs. Angels MLB Pick

Our pick for this Orioles vs. Angels matchup is to take the Orioles on the money line, with the payout sitting at -102. Our predicted final score is 5-4 in favor of the Orioles.

Looking at some of the starting pitcher projections, Albert Suarez is predicted to finish with four strikeouts, and Reid Detmers is projected to finish with eight. If you’re looking at some of the Angels and Orioles player props, you could look at some of the Angels hitters, as they are projected to finish with the second-most home runs in the league today.