Baltimore Orioles vs Athletics predictions, May 08, 2026

May 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On May 8, 2026, the Baltimore Orioles will host the Athletics in what promises to be an intriguing MLB matchup. Both teams are coming off mixed performances in their recent games, with the Orioles winning 2 of their last 5 matches, compared to the Athletics, who have secured just 1 victory in the same span.

The Orioles, enjoying home advantage, will look to utilize their strong batting lineup to capitalize on the Athletics’ pitching. They have a predicted probability of 54.7% for a home win, bolstered by their favorable odds of 1.74. Their recent form suggests a positive momentum, as they aim to harness the energy of their home crowd.

Conversely, the Athletics will aim to leverage any weaknesses in Baltimore’s defense, banking on their ability to execute crucial plays at pivotal moments. Their odds of 2.18 reflect the challenges they face, and with a 45.3% probability of an away win, they have room for an upset.

With a predicted final score of 6:4 in favor of the Orioles, this match is expected to be closely contested. However, as with any sporting event, outcomes remain uncertain, and both teams will be eager to secure a vital victory.

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Baltimore
55.6%		 Athletics
44.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 6:4

Outrights of MLB Baltimore Orioles: 2.66% Athletics: 1.23%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.75 2.2
MarathonBet 1.76 2.21
WilliamHill 1.71 2.15

Latest Results

07.05.26 Miami Marlins – Baltimore Orioles – 4:3
06.05.26 Miami Marlins – Baltimore Orioles – 4:7
05.05.26 Miami Marlins – Baltimore Orioles – 7:9
04.05.26 New York Yankees – Baltimore Orioles – 12:1
03.05.26 New York Yankees – Baltimore Orioles – 11:3		 07.05.26 Philadelphia Phillies – Athletics Baseball – 1:12
06.05.26 Philadelphia Phillies – Athletics Baseball – 6:3
05.05.26 Philadelphia Phillies – Athletics Baseball – 9:1
03.05.26 Athletics Baseball – Cleveland Guardians – 6:14
02.05.26 Athletics Baseball – Cleveland Guardians – 5:8

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 10 and 3).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Baltimore won 2.
  • Recent performances by Baltimore have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Athletics has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Recently, Baltimore has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Baltimore won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 109:100. (average 5.5:5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Baltimore won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 52:55. (average 4.7:5).

    Latest Head To Head

    10.08.25 Baltimore Orioles – Athletics Baseball – 2:3
    09.08.25 Baltimore Orioles – Athletics Baseball – 3:11
    08.08.25 Baltimore Orioles – Athletics Baseball – 3:2
    08.06.25 Athletics Baseball – Baltimore Orioles – 5:1
    07.06.25 Athletics Baseball – Baltimore Orioles – 4:7

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 New York Yankees 38 26 12 209:128 0.684
    2 Tampa Bay Rays 37 25 12 167:148 0.676
    3 Athletics 37 19 18 165:175 0.514
    4 Cleveland Guardians 39 20 19 162:166 0.513
    5 Detroit Tigers 38 18 20 165:159 0.474
    6 Seattle Mariners 38 18 20 153:149 0.474
    7 Chicago White Sox 37 17 20 155:171 0.459
    8 Texas Rangers 37 17 20 139:145 0.459
    9 Kansas City Royals 38 17 21 157:173 0.447
    10 Baltimore Orioles 38 17 21 174:211 0.447
    11 Toronto Blue Jays 37 16 21 147:169 0.432
    12 Boston Red Sox 38 16 22 153:164 0.421
    13 Minnesota Twins 38 16 22 183:195 0.421
    14 Los Angeles Angels 38 15 23 170:184 0.395
    15 Houston Astros 38 15 23 185:222 0.395

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Atlanta Braves 38 26 12 213:134 0.684
    2 Chicago Cubs 38 26 12 208:158 0.684
    3 Los Angeles Dodgers 37 23 14 196:119 0.622
    4 San Diego Padres 36 22 14 162:155 0.611
    5 St.Louis Cardinals 36 21 15 174:175 0.583
    6 Pittsburgh Pirates 38 21 17 185:160 0.553
    7 Milwaukee Brewers 35 19 16 181:135 0.543
    8 Cincinnati Reds 38 20 18 156:186 0.526
    9 Washington Nationals 38 18 20 205:215 0.474
    10 Arizona Diamondbacks 36 17 19 161:186 0.472
    11 Philadelphia Phillies 38 17 21 148:190 0.447
    12 Miami Marlins 38 17 21 161:167 0.447
    13 Colorado Rockies 38 15 23 163:188 0.395
    14 New York Mets 37 14 23 134:162 0.378
    15 San Francisco Giants 37 14 23 115:157 0.378

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.9 (28.4%)

    2. New York Yankees: 6 (13.72%)

    3. Atlanta Braves: 12 (6.86%)

    4. Seattle Mariners: 14 (5.88%)

    5. Chicago Cubs: 15 (5.49%)

    6. Philadelphia Phillies: 26 (3.17%)

    7. Toronto Blue Jays: 26 (3.17%)

    8. Detroit Tigers: 26 (3.17%)

    9. Texas Rangers: 26 (3.17%)

    10. Milwaukee Brewers: 31 (2.66%)

    11. Baltimore Orioles: 31 (2.66%)

    12. San Diego Padres: 36 (2.29%)

    13. New York Mets: 41 (2.01%)

    14. Tampa Bay Rays: 41 (2.01%)

    15. Cleveland Guardians: 46 (1.79%)

    16. Kansas City Royals: 46 (1.79%)

    17. Pittsburgh Pirates: 46 (1.79%)

    18. Boston Red Sox: 51 (1.61%)

    19. Cincinnati Reds: 51 (1.61%)

    20. Houston Astros: 61 (1.35%)

    21. Athletics: 67 (1.23%)

    22. Arizona Diamondbacks: 81 (1.02%)

    23. Minnesota Twins: 126 (0.65%)

    24. St.Louis Cardinals: 126 (0.65%)

    25. San Francisco Giants: 151 (0.55%)

    26. Miami Marlins: 201 (0.41%)

    27. Los Angeles Angels: 251 (0.33%)

    28. Chicago White Sox: 251 (0.33%)

    29. Washington Nationals: 501 (0.16%)

    30. Colorado Rockies: 1001 (0.08%)

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