Athletics vs Angels Preview: Pitching Duel in Week 66

The Athletics took a beating yesterday. The final score was 9-3, but that doesn't tell the whole story. Oakland's bats went silent when it mattered most. They need to bounce back hard against the Angels today. Aaron Civale will be on the mound for Oakland. He's had a rough season so far with a 7.5 ERA. But Civale is a veteran pitcher who knows how to compete. The Athletics are 40-43 overall and desperate for wins. Every game counts when you're fighting to stay in the race.

Los Angeles just beat Oakland 9-3 yesterday and wants more. The Angels are 35-49 this season and need every win they can get. Sam Aldegheri takes the mound as the probable pitcher for the home team. The Angels' batters came alive in that last game. Walton, Adell, and Neto all drove in runs. This Angels team has won only one more game than Oakland in their last ten. The offense needs to stay hot and keep the bats rolling today.

Injuries are hurting both sides today. Oakland's Brent Rooker, a key designated hitter, is on the injured list with a knee problem. Jacob Wilson, the shortstop, might be ready to play but is day-to-day. For the Angels, Mike Trout is still working his way back from a hamstring injury. Trout took 30 swings on Saturday but isn't ready for game action yet. Grayson Rodriguez is making a rehab start for Los Angeles today. These absences change how both teams can attack the game. Depth matters when stars can't play.