Los Angeles at Tampa Bay

Los Angeles has a winning road record despite playing 11 road games and only six home contests. Reid Detmers (1.04 ERA) has been on his game with the Angels, winning his three starts by scores of 7-0, 2-1, and 4-1. Tampa Bay has disappointed, getting outscored by 17 runs, despite playing 12 home games and six road contests. The offense is 17th in runs scored, plus 21st in on-base percentage and slugging. The pitching is just 26th in ERA (4.93), including dead last in the bullpen (6.27 ERA). With the Rays 32-40 against a starting pitcher who strikes out five or more batters per start, back the visitors and their ace. Play Los Angeles.