The Los Angeles Angels and Athletics face off in an AL West showdown on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California. The Angels secured a 4-3 victory in the series opener, while the Athletics aim to snap their six-game losing streak.
Game Details
- Matchup: Los Angeles Angels (21-25) vs. Athletics (22-26)
- Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
- Time: 10:05 PM ET
- Venue: Sutter Health Park, West Sacramento, CA
- TV Broadcast: FOX Sports
Team Breakdown
Los Angeles Angels (21-25, 5th in AL West)
The Angels have won four of their last five games, showing signs of improvement after a slow start to the season. Taylor Ward has been their most consistent hitter, leading the team with 13 home runs and 27 RBIs. Zach Neto has also been productive, batting .282 with seven home runs.
Los Angeles will send Kyle Hendricks (1-5, 5.18 ERA) to the mound. Hendricks has struggled this season but will look to bounce back against an Athletics lineup that has been inconsistent.
Athletics (22-26, 4th in AL West)
The Athletics are desperate for a win, having lost six straight games. Their offense has been led by Jacob Wilson, who is batting .343 with five home runs and 26 RBIs. Tyler Soderstrom has also been a key contributor, hitting .272 with 10 home runs.
Oakland will rely on Gunnar Hoglund (1-1, 3.78 ERA), who has pitched at least five innings in each of his first three MLB starts. Hoglund will need to contain the Angels’ power hitters to give Oakland a chance to end their losing streak.
Key Matchups
Taylor Ward vs. Gunnar Hoglund
- Ward ranks 7th in MLB in home runs and will be a major challenge for Hoglund.
Jacob Wilson vs. Kyle Hendricks
- Wilson has been Oakland’s best hitter, and Hendricks must find a way to limit his impact.
Athletics’ Pitching vs. Angels’ Power
- Oakland’s pitching staff has allowed 60 home runs this season, ranking 25th in MLB.
- The Angels rank 4th in MLB in home runs, making this a crucial battle.
Game Outlook
The Angels enter as slight favorites, given their recent momentum and power-hitting ability. However, Oakland’s home-field advantage and Hoglund’s solid pitching could make this a competitive matchup.
If Los Angeles capitalizes on early scoring opportunities, they should secure another victory. However, if Oakland’s offense finds rhythm, they could snap their losing streak.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Angels 10.5
Athletics – 166
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, May 19, 2025
