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The Oakland Athletics continue their road trip in Houston for game two of the series looking to turn their season around against AL West foe the Astros to gain some ground on the first-place Seattle Mariners in this Tuesday night matchup. So let's check out our MLB odds series, which includes our Athletics-Astros prediction and pick.
The struggling Oakland Athletics head to Houston for a Tuesday night matchup against the Astros. JP Sears (3-4, 4.20 ERA) takes the mound for Oakland, hoping to rebound from a rough start to the season. The Astros counter with their potent offense, which has been finding its groove lately. Houston's pitching staff, after a shaky first quarter, has also shown signs of improvement. This game could be a tough test for the A's as they look to turn things around on the road.
The Astros return home to Minute Maid Park on Tuesday to face the struggling Oakland Athletics. After a rocky start to the season, Houston is showing signs of life, fueled by their potent offense. The A's will send JP Sears (3-4, 4.20 ERA) to the mound, hoping to contain the Astros' bats. While the Astros pitching staff is still finding its footing, their home-field advantage and offensive firepower could be the difference-maker in this AL West matchup.
Here are the MLB Odds, courtesy of FanDuel.
MLB Odds: Athletics-Astros Odds
Oakland Athletics: +1.5 (-134)
Moneyline: +158
Houston Astros: -1.5 (+112)
Moneyline: -188
Over: 8.5 (-105)
Under: 8.5 (-120)
How to Watch Athletics vs. Astros
Time: 8:10 PM ET/5:10 PM PT
TV: AT&T SportsNet Southwest, NBC Sports California, MLB Extra Innings
Stream: fuboTV (Click for free trial)
Why The Athletics Will Cover The Spread/Win
In a surprising turn of events, the struggling Oakland Athletics might have the upper hand when they face the Astros in Houston on Tuesday night. While the Astros have shown signs of improvement lately, the Athletics' JP Sears could be the key to an unexpected victory.
Sears, a left-hander with a deceptive delivery, has been a bright spot in an otherwise dismal season for Oakland. His 3-2 record and 4.20 ERA might not seem overly impressive, but his ability to keep hitters off balance and limit damage has been crucial for the A's.
On the other side, Ronel Blanco, a pitching sensation for the Astros, boasts an impressive 4-0 record and a 2.23 ERA. However, Blanco's recent display of giving up the long ball, five home runs given up in his last four games, could be his demise against this young and hungry upstart Oakland Athletics offense.
The Astros' lineup, while dangerous, has been prone to strikeouts. Sears' ability to induce weak contact and get ahead in the count could be the perfect recipe to neutralize Houston's bats. While the odds might favor the Astros on paper, this game could be closer than expected. The Athletics, hungry for a win and led by JP Sears' crafty pitching, might just pull off an upset on the road.
Why The Astros Will Cover The Spread/Win
Despite the Oakland Athletics' recent resilience, the Houston Astros are poised for a decisive victory at Minute Maid Park on Tuesday night. While JP Sears has been a bright spot for the A's, Ronel Blanco and the Astros present a formidable challenge.
Blanco, the Astros' top pitching option this season, has been a revelation on the mound. His 4-0 record and 2.23 ERA testify to his composure and ability to make crucial pitches when it matters most. Pitching at home, where he has thrived, Blanco will have the advantage of a supportive crowd and familiar surroundings.
The Astros' offense, despite early struggles, has found its rhythm. With a lineup boasting power hitters like Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve, the Astros can quickly turn a game around. Sears, while effective, has shown vulnerability to the long ball, a weakness the Astros can exploit.
The Astros' defense has been stellar, consistently making highlight-reel plays and preventing runs. This defensive prowess will put additional pressure on the A's offense, which has struggled to generate consistent scoring opportunities.
While the A's have shown they can compete, the Astros' combination of dominant pitching, potent offense, and stellar defense makes them the clear favorites. Expect Blanco to continue his impressive run, guiding the Astros to a well-deserved victory on their home turf.
Final Athletics-Astros Prediction & Pick
This should be an exciting matchup between two teams full of talent. The Houston Astros boast one of the more potent lineups in the majors that is finally starting to get into the swing of things lately and are going to give young up-and-coming JP Searts a ton of problems, especially in the friendly confines of Minute Maid Park. It's up to Ronel Blanco, who's been sensational this season so far, to limit the damage on his side, and if he can do so expect the Astros to pounce on Sears and get a much-needed victory to gain some ground on the AL West leaders the Seattle Mariners.
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Final Athletics-Astros Prediction & Pick: Houston Astros (-188), Under 8.5 Runs (-120)
