The Angel face the Nationals in LA today. The Angels are a good home team, strong vs. right handed pitching and hitting for a ton of power, if not average. Sandoval, the Angels starter, ran into a bit of trouble after giving up 0 runs in his first three starts. His strikeouts dropped and he allowed 3 runs.

The Nationals are 7-8 on the road, and 4-6 vs left-handers. They are hitting well for average, and their offense has stepped it up lately. Fedde, (4.68 ERA), the starter for the Nationals, appeared to finally find his form giving up just 1 run over 7 innings. The Angels have a decided edge in relief, with a sharp 2.15 ERA last five games. The Nat’s pen has struggled, but has shown better lately.

This game really hinges on which starter has his stuff. I am wagering on Fedde continuing to improve, with Sandoval not quite as good as he was to begin the season. n I think the Nationals will keep it close. Take the Nationals on the run line +1 1/2