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Astros vs Angels: Houston poised for success with superior record and hot streak

The Houston Astros and Los Angeles Angels are set to face off, with the Astros boasting a superior record of 44-33 compared to the Angels' 37-39. The Astros have been on a hot streak with eight wins in their last 10 games, making them the team to beat in the American League West Division. The starting pitchers for this matchup will be Ryan Gusto for the Astros and Kyle Hendricks for the Angels. According to current betting odds, the Astros are favored to win with a -127 line. To find out more about this game and other MLB predictions, be sure to check out our Astros vs Angels prediction and Free MLB Picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Astros -127 | Angels +113
• Spread: Astros -1.5 (+128) | Angels +1.5 (-149)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 56%.

Houston vs Los Angeles Stats

Houston Astros

The Houston Astros are currently having a successful season and are positioned to dominate their division. However, starting pitcher Ryan Gusto has been struggling, allowing 29 runs in 54.2 innings pitched with poor expected opponent Slugging Percentage, Barrel Rate, and expected ERA. The team's lineup has also been underwhelming, with only a few batters performing well. Despite their offensive struggles, the Astros have a strong defense and a respectable record of 44-32, ranking 16th in offense and 2nd in defense.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels are currently struggling in the season and are hoping to avoid finishing at the bottom of their division. Kyle Hendricks, despite having a successful career as a starter, has been struggling on the mound this season, allowing a high number of runs and facing difficulty with opponents making hard contact. The Angels lineup has also been underperforming, with only a few batters contributing significantly to the team's offense. Their power ranking is at 20, with a ranking of #23 for offense and #24 for defense. The team's current record is 36-39, with a recent 1-2 loss against Houston in their last few matchups.

Houston Astros poised for success against Los Angeles Angels with strong lineup and pitching staff

The Houston Astros are currently demonstrating impressive performance on the field, showing promise for a successful game ahead. With players like Jeremy Pena, Isaac Paredes, and the rest of the batting order consistently making contact and showcasing strong plate appearances, the Astros have the potential to dominate from the first inning. It will be crucial for the Astros to effectively control the Los Angeles Angels' batting order, which typically averages 4.07 runs per game. Pitcher Ryan Gusto is expected to deliver multiple strong innings, setting the stage for the bullpen to secure a victory. As the Astros are favored on the road, it is advisable to consider taking the Astros money line for this matchup.

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