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Astros Look to Even Series at 2-2 Against Rays in Sunday Showdown

In this upcoming Rays vs. Astros prediction, Houston aims to even the series at 2-2 against Tampa Bay on Sunday. The Rays, with a record of 30-28, will be looking to secure a 3-1 series win over the Astros, who are currently 31-27. Tampa Bay has won four out of six games against Houston in 2025. Taj Bradley, with an ERA of 4.38, will be starting for the Rays while Hunter Brown, with an ERA of 2, will be starting for the Astros. Houston opens as the betting favorite at -200, with the current line at Houston -196. Stay tuned for more details on this matchup and for Free MLB Picks to help you with your baseball season predictions.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rays +170 | Astros -196
• Spread: Rays +1.5 (-130) | Astros -1.5 (+110)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 66%.

Tampa Bay vs Houston Stats

Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays have been on a winning streak, moving up the ladder in the AL East. They recently took two of three games against the Twins and Astros, with a standout performance against Houston where Junior Caminero hit two home runs. Despite being 5.5 games behind New York in the division, they are tied for second place with Toronto. Taj Bradley will be starting the next game, with a 4-4 record and 4.38 ERA. The team has a power ranking of 11 and ranks 16th in offense and 9th in defense. Overall, the Rays have a record of 29-28 this season.

Houston Astros Analysis

The Houston Astros are currently trailing in the series, having lost two of the first three games. Despite this, they have been on a winning streak recently and are just half a game behind Seattle in the AL West standings. The team is facing challenges with the absence of key player Yordan Alvarez due to injury. In the previous game, pitching was a weak point with multiple runs allowed by both the starter and bullpen. Hunter Brown will be starting the next game in an attempt to help the team tie the series. The Astros have a power ranking of 7 and are ranked 19th for offense, scoring an average of 4.16 runs per game. Defensively, they are ranked 8th, giving up an average of 3.70 runs per game. Overall, the Astros have a record of 31-26. In their last three matchups against Tampa Bay, the Rays won 2 out of 3 games.

Tampa Bay's Offensive Dominance Makes Them Favored Opponent Against Houston

Tampa Bay is a formidable opponent with a strong offensive lineup, particularly against right-handed pitchers. Hunter Brown, while skilled, struggled in his last outing against the Rays. Meanwhile, Caminero has been shining, adding to the Rays' offensive prowess. The team averages five runs per game and hits .261 against right-handers, even more successful on the road with an average of 5.5 runs per game. Although Houston is a solid team, their lineup lacks the explosiveness brought by Yordan Alvarez. The outcome of the game may lean towards Tampa Bay, with the option of taking the run line at +1.5 for a favorable -125.

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