Game Details
- Matchup: Baltimore Orioles (25-36) vs. Athletics (24-40)
- Date: Friday, June 6, 2025
- Time: 10:05 PM ET
- Venue: Sutter Health Park, West Sacramento, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN, FOX Sports
Starting Pitchers
- Baltimore Orioles: Dean Kremer (5-5, 4.70 ERA)
- Athletics: JP Sears (4-5, 4.89 ERA)
Baltimore Orioles Outlook
The Orioles enter this matchup on a five-game winning streak, looking to build momentum in the AL East. Baltimore ranks 12th in MLB in home runs (66) and has a .237 team batting average, placing them 10th in the American League.
Key players to watch:
- Ryan O’Hearn (.326 BA, 9 HR, 23 RBI) – Orioles’ most consistent hitter.
- Adley Rutschman (.225 BA, 7 HR, 25 BB) – A disciplined hitter with strong plate presence.
- Gunnar Henderson (.257 BA, 8 HR, 18 BB) – A rising star in Baltimore’s offense.
Dean Kremer has been solid on the mound, posting a 4.70 ERA while limiting opponents to a .278 batting average. He will look to shut down the Athletics’ lineup and extend Baltimore’s winning streak.
Athletics Outlook
The Athletics have struggled this season, sitting at 24-40 overall and 10-22 at home. However, they are coming off a dominant 14-3 win over the Minnesota Twins, marking their biggest victory of the season.
Key contributors:
- Jacob Wilson (.363 BA, 8 HR, 34 RBI) – Leading the Athletics in batting average.
- Brent Rooker (.272 BA, 13 HR, 36 RBI) – A power-hitting force in the Athletics’ lineup.
- Tyler Soderstrom (.267 BA, 14 HR, 42 RBI) – The team’s top slugger.
JP Sears has been inconsistent, posting a 4.89 ERA, but he will need to keep Baltimore’s power hitters in check to give the Athletics a chance.
Game Odds
Baltimore Orioles – 130
Athletics 11
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 5, 2025
