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LA Angels (-107) [Weaver over Niemann] for 2 Units
Both teams struggling but TB's problems are deeper. The Rays can't manufacture runs (3 combined runs in 3 games). If you can't produce runs, then you better lock down opposing batters with your pitching; unfortunately, the Rays' top of rotation starters carry a 4.35ERA with Jeff Niemann -- debuting the season after battling shoulder problems last season. Niemann sports a bloated 9.38 ERA in 5 starts vs the Angels. On the other hand, the Angels' bullpen has been dreadful; however, they have a few hot bats that should produce enough runs to quell their bullpen deficiencies. And we'll look for Jered Weaver to continue his success vs the Rays. Weaver is 4-1 in his last 5 starts vs TB. He looked solid in his season debut and should continue his success against a TB lineup that is still searching to fill the void of departed Crawford and Pena, and injured Longoria. Los Angeles the call.