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Houston Astros Favored to Win Key Matchup Against Cincinnati Reds, Rookie Arrighetti to Face Veteran Martinez

The Houston Astros and the Cincinnati Reds are set to face off in the middle game of a three-game interleague series. The Reds took the first game with a score of 5-3. The Astros will have rookie righty Spencer Arrighetti (7-11, 4.63 ERA) on the mound, while the Reds will rely on veteran right-hander Nick Martinez (6-6, 3.78 ERA). Houston is favored in the matchup, opening at -131 with the current line at Houston -135.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Astros -135 | Reds +121
• Spread: Astros -1.5 (+110) | Reds +1.5 (-130)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 57%.

Houston vs Cincinnati Stats

Houston Astros

The Houston Astros have bounced back from a tough start to the season and are now contenders for the best record in the American League. With a 75-63 record, they currently lead the AL West. The team has been performing well offensively, ranking 11th in MLB with a .738 team OPS and averaging 4.57 runs per game. Designated hitter Yordan Alvarez has been a standout player with a .971 OPS and 30 home runs. Rookie pitcher Spencer Arrighetti has also been pitching decently, coming off a recent win against the Philadelphia Phillies where he pitched 7.2 shutout innings. In power rankings, Houston is ranked 9th and excels in both offense and defense, scoring an average of 4.58 runs per game and allowing only 3.93 runs against them per game.

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Cincinnati Reds are currently struggling in the NL Central, sitting in fourth place with a 66-73 record. The team has a .233/.307/.399 team slash line and is scoring an average of 4.47 runs per game. Shortstop Elly De La Cruz has been a standout hitter with 22 home runs and 61 stolen bases. Veteran righty Nick Martinez will be pitching, coming off a no-decision in his last game. The team has a power ranking of 25 and ranks 15th in both offense and defense. Cincinnati has recently faced three losses against Houston.

Astros Hold Advantage Over Reds in Key Pitching Matchup for September Game

The upcoming game in September will feature a significant difference in starting pitchers, with Spencer Arrighetti holding a 3-2 record and impressive stats, while Nick Martinez has a 1-1 record and slightly higher ERA. The bullpens for both teams also vary, with the Astros boasting a fourth-place ranking in the league for reliever ERA, compared to the Reds who are placed 14th. Based on these factors, the Houston Astros are a preferable choice for a win on the road in this game.

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