Bet the Runline: Diamondbacks vs Athletics

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Oakland Athletics
Date: Monday, May 15th, 9:40 ET
Location: Oakland Coliseum
TV: NSPCA
Money Line: Diamondbacks -210/Athletics +175
Total Line: 9

Betting Preview

Here’s our betting preview for the upcoming MLB clash between the Oakland Athletics and the Diamondbacks on Monday, May 15th at Oakland Coliseum. 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

Diamondbacks vs. Athletics Projected Lineup

	Batting Order	Position
Josh Rojas	1	3B
Ketel Marte	2	2B
Corbin Carroll	3	CF
Christian Walker	4	1B
Lourdes Gurriel Jr.	5	LF
Dominic Fletcher	6	CF
Gabriel Moreno	7	C
Alek Thomas	8	CF
Geraldo Perdomo	9	SS
Merrill Kelly	–	SP




	Batting Order	Position
Esteury Ruiz	1	LF
Ryan Noda	2	1B
Brent Rooker	3	LF
JJ Bleday	4	RF
Shea Langeliers	5	C
Aledmys Díaz	6	2B
Ramón Laureano	7	CF
Tony Kemp	8	2B
Nick Allen	9	SS
Drew Rucinski	–	SP




Straight Up/Over-Under/ Runline Record

Arizona Diamondbacks: 23-18 SU / OU 21-18 / Runline 23-18
Oakland Athletics: 9-33 SU / OU 27-14 / Runline 16-26

On a record of 23-18, the Diamondbacks are 2nd in the NL West. Currently, they are three games out of the division lead. Against the Athletics, they will be seeking their 4th straight win. On the road, they have a record of 9-8 while going 14-10 at home. Arizona’s overall series record is 6-3.

• The Diamondbacks have covered the runline in three straight games and have a season-long run margin of 0.3.
• The Diamondbacks have been favored in 36.6% of their games and have runline records of 12-12 and 11-6 at home and on the road, respectively
• The over has hit in 54% of the Diamondbacks’ 41 games at 21-18.

If the Athletics are going to climb out of last place in the AL West, they will need to turn things around with a win over the Diamondbacks. Heading into the game, the Athletics have lost two straight games and stand with an overall record of 9-33. On the road, the Athletics are 5-15 and 4-18 at home. The team’s overall series record is 1-11.

• The Athletics have two straight losses vs. the runline and have a season-long run margin of -3.7.
• The Athletics have been favored in 2.4% of their games and have runline records of 9-13 and 7-13 at home and on the road, respectively
• The over has hit in 66% of the Athletics’ 42 games at 27-14.

Pitching Matchup

 

Merrill Kelly has an overall record of 3-3, and will get the start for the Diamondbacks. With eight appearances, his ERA currently stands at 3.18, while his K/9 figure is 1.0. Additionally, he has a FIP of 3.86 and an OBP of .300.

Merrill Kelly most recently took the mound against the Marlins, giving up four runs on four hits in six innings of work. In the game, the Diamondbacks lost by final score of 5-4.

 

For the season, Oakland starter Drew Rucinski has a record of 0-3 and ERA of 8.16. One thing to note, is that he has given up four or more earned runs in two straight games. Overall, he has a slugging percentage allowed of .557 with opponents putting together a batting average of .344 against him. In terms of strikeouts, he comes in with a season-long total of six while issuing nine walks.

Drew Rucinski took the loss after allowing seven runs on six hits in his previous outing against the Yankees. In the game, the Athletics fell 10-5.

Diamondbacks vs. Athletics Offense Outlook

This season, Arizona is ranked 5th in the league for runs scored, averaging 5.1 runs per game. They have hit a combined total of 42 home runs, which puts them 19th in the MLB. Their current batting average of .270 is 2nd in the league. On the road, their batting average sits 11th, compared to 3rd at home.

Arizona Diamondbacks Top Hitters On The Road

 

Arizona Diamondbacks Top Hitters: Last Five Games

 

The Athletics have played 42 games this season and currently hold the 26th position in the league with an average of 3.8 runs per game. In terms of home runs, they have gone deep 48 times, putting Oakland 12th in the league. Their batting average stands at .231, including .241 on the road and .207 at home.

Oakland Athletics Top Hitters vs. Righties

 

Oakland Athletics Top Hitters: Last Five Games

 

Free MLB Pick

The starting pitchers present a notable contrast. Merrill Kelly of the Diamondbacks has been nothing short of excellent on the road, boasting a perfect 2-0 record and an impressive 1.15 ERA. On the other hand, Drew Rucinski, the Athletics’ right-hander, has struggled at home, currently holding an 0-2 record with a concerning 7.71 ERA. Rucinski’s performances this season have been far from impressive.
Adding to the analysis, the Diamondbacks hold a positive road record, while the Athletics possess the worst home record in the MLB. Considering these factors, along with the Diamondbacks’ current hot streak, having won three straight games, I am confident in selecting the Diamondbacks as my play for this game. The -1.5 run line at -130 offers an attractive betting opportunity, considering the disparities in performance between the two teams and the starting pitchers. Note: For the absolute best head and shoulders above the rest live betting platform, Check out Bovada Sportsbook! They really blow away the competition!