Los Angeles Angels vs Cleveland Guardians 5/14/2023 Analysis, Picks and Odds
The Los Angeles Angels are set to face off against the Cleveland Guardians in the second game of a three-game series at Progressive Field on Saturday. After a tough stretch, losing four of their last five games, the Angels are hoping to rebound from their recent struggles, with their most recent loss coming at the hands of the Houston Astros on Wednesday. Currently ranked second in the American League West, trailing the Texas Rangers by 3 ½ games, the Angels will rely on their key offensive players to spark some momentum.
Third baseman Gio Urshela, boasting a .302 batting average, has been leading the charge for the Angels’ offense, while right fielder Hunter Renfroe has been hitting with power, tallying 10 home runs and 26 RBIs. Third baseman Anthony Rendon, with a .418 on-base percentage, has been getting on base regularly, while designated hitter Shohei Ohtani leads the team with 41 hits. On the mound, the Angels will turn to left-hander Reid Detmers, who has struggled with a 0-3 record, a 5.10 ERA, and 38 strikeouts. Despite Detmers’ numbers, the Angels will look to rally around their young pitcher and earn a crucial win against the Guardians.
- The LA Angels are 1-12 SU in their last 13 games on the road against Cleveland.
- The total has gone OVER in 8 of the Angels’ last 12 games with an opponent in the AL.
- The total went OVER in 10 of the LA Angels’ last 14 games against an opponent in the American League Central Division.
Los Angeles Angels vs Cleveland Guardians 5/14/2023 Analysis, Picks and Odds
The Cleveland Guardians are hoping to turn their fortunes around against the Los Angeles Angels in the second game of a three-game series at Progressive Field on Saturday. The Guardians are coming off a 5-0 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Thursday, and have lost five of their last eight games. They struggled to score runs, ranking last in baseball with only 126 runs.
Third baseman Jose Ramirez has been their most productive hitter with a .270 batting average, while left fielder Steven Kwan has been the leader in hits with 39. The Guardians will send right-hander Cal Quantrill to the mound, who is 2-2 with a 3.89 ERA and 21 strikeouts.
- Cleveland is 12-1 SU in their last 13 games at home against the LA Angels.
- The total stayed UNDER in 14 of Cleveland’s last 18 games with an opponent in the AL.
- The Guardians are 13-5 SU in their last 18 games against an opponent in the American League West Division.
Los Angeles Angels vs. Cleveland Guardians. The MLB pick for this game is the Cleveland Guardians. When the Los Angeles Angels meet the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field, the Guardians will have the home field advantage. The Guardians have a good track record against the Angels, winning 38 of the last 52 home games and 39 of the last 55 overall games against them. In terms of pitching, Angels starter Reid Detmers has struggled in his last two outings, resulting in two losses. He allowed seven earned runs on 11 hits in 8 ⅓ innings. On the other hand, Guardians starter Cal Quantrill has been on a roll, with two consecutive strong outings, allowing only two runs on seven hits in 14 ⅓ innings. As for offense, Cleveland has had a tough time scoring runs this season, ranking last in baseball with only 126 runs scored. It’s predicted that the Guardians will win 6-2.
MLB Starting Time: 11:35 PM (EDT)
Location: Progressive Field
Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023
TV: PEAC
MLB Odds: Los Angeles Angels -125
MLB Totals: 9.0
