I'm playing on OAKLAND (3* PERS FAV). The Royals finally snapped their losing streak yesterday. However, all is still far from being well. The Royals entered the weekend averaging only 3.9 runs per game. Meanwhile, their bullpen had a combined 5.48 ERA, converting 60% of its save chances. By comparison, the A's bullpen converts on better than 76% of its save chances, 80% at home. Entering the weekend, Oakland relievers had a combined 3.55 ERA and that number dips to 2.69 here at Oakland. The A's have the advantage at the plate too, as they were averaging 4.5 runs per game, entering the weekend, 4.7 vs. right-handers. Manaea has pitched better (0.846 WHIP in 39 home innings) than his record indicates and a date with the Royals, who he beat 8-0 in his lone start (2016) against, figures to be just what the doctor ordered. Keller has still only made two starts and thats only a total of 7 1/3 combined innings. All things considered, the line could easily be higher. Expect the A's to bounce back and close the series with a victory.

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