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Fresh Off Shellacking, Angels Aim to Turn Page vs. A's
The Angels and Athletics open a four-game set with J.T. Ginn and Walbert Urena starting, and Oakland enters at 23-23.
The Athletics and the Los Angeles Angels open a four-game series in Anaheim, California on Monday, marking the first meeting between the two teams this season.
Entering the matchup, the Athletics lead the West at 23-23 overall with 13-11 road record, while the Angels struggle at 16-31 with just 8-13 at home.
Right-Hander J.T. Ginn takes the mound for the Athletics against Angels starter Walbert Urena in the series opener, with the over-under set at 9 runs.
Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers leads his team with 12 home runs, while Angels outfielder Mike Trout has tallied 11 home runs and 23 RBIs this season.
Both teams face significant roster challenges, with Angels players Ben Joyce and Anthony Rendon on the 60-Day injured list while the Athletics manage injuries to Gunnar Hoglund.