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The Oakland Athletics look to emerge victorious in MLB odds action as the Philadelphia Phillies arrive at O.co Coliseum on Friday.
The Oakland Athletics will turn to Jon Lester and his 15-10 record as they look for a win in this one, while the Philadelphia Phillies send David Buchanan (6-7) to the hill.
Philadelphia Phillies vs Oakland Athletics Sportsbook Odds and Betting Line
Sportsbooks such as Sportsbook had set the Oakland Athletics as -250 favorites on the moneyline for this contest. The over under was hovering near 7 for betting fans hoping to turn a profit on totals at Sportsbook.
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Computer Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies vs Oakland Athletics Pick
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 4.1-3.2 victory for the Phillies. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.
Philadelphia Phillies vs Oakland Athletics Odds and Stats.
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
83-69 Oakland battles the Phillies, currently with a 70-83 mark. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Oakland vs Philadelphia injuries news.
The Oakland Athletics sit at No. 11 in the current MLB power poll here at Odds Shark, while the Philadelphia Phillies sit at No. 10 on the same chart.
How Philadelphia Phillies vs Oakland Athletics Stats Matchup
When it comes to getting on base, the visiting Philadelphia Phillies rank No. 21 at 8.37 hits per game. That compares with the Oakland Athletics No. 20 ranking in that category.
Pitching and defensive stats are important baseball handicapping betting factors and Oakland has the No. 3-ranked defense. In the other dugout, the Phillies own the No. 20 mark in runs allowed.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Last time out for Philadelphia, they were a 7-3 loser as they battled the Padres on the road. Moneyline bettors who got the Padres at -158 were rewarded, while the 10 combined runs moved the game OVER for totals bettors. The Phillies were saddled with a loss last time out in Kyle Kendrick's start, as they lost 7-3 against San Diego on Thursday at PETCO Park.
The Athletics were a 7-2 loser in their most recent outing at home against the Rangers. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Texas at +260 on the moneyline, while the total score (9) was good news for OVER bettors. Oakland suffered a 7-2 loss against Texas on Thursday, as Sonny Gray wasn't able to lead his team to victory at O.co Coliseum.
Philadelphia Phillies vs Oakland Athletics Betting Odds Trends
Philadelphia is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Philadelphia's last 5 games
Philadelphia is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Philadelphia's last 12 games on the road
Oakland is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games
Oakland is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oakland's last 5 games when playing Philadelphia
Oakland is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Philadelphia
Next Betting Matchups
Philadelphia at Oakland, Saturday, September 20th
