Houston Astros vs Milwaukee Brewers MLB Betting Prediction

MLB Houston Astros vs Milwaukee Brewers Prediction 5/5

The Houston Astros will play against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday, May 05, 2025. The game will take place at American Family Field. Fans can catch the action at 7:40 PM during this night game.

Astros vs. Brewers Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Astros MoneyLine: -104. The Astros have a slightly better pitching staff with a lower ERA and WHIP compared to the Brewers. Their recent performance, including a win against the White Sox, suggests they have momentum.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-108). Both teams have shown inconsistent hitting, and with the Astros’ strong pitching stats, a lower-scoring game is likely.

Team Trends

  • Houston Astros have a home record of 11-7 this season.
  • Milwaukee Brewers are 4 games back in the NL Central with a record of 17-18.
  • Jake Meyers had a standout game on May 3rd, going 4 for 4 with 2 home runs and 7 RBIs.
  • Freddy Peralta pitched 6 scoreless innings with 7 strikeouts against the Chicago Cubs on May 4th.
  • Rhys Hoskins hit a home run for the Brewers in their 6-2 loss to the Cubs on May 3rd.

Astros vs Brewers Preview

The Houston Astros will take on the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on Monday, May 5, 2025. The game starts at 7:40 PM. Ronel Blanco will be on the mound for the Astros. He has a record of 2-2 this season with a 5.08 ERA. Blanco has pitched in six games, covering 28 1/3 innings.

The Brewers will have Tobias Myers as their starting pitcher. Myers has appeared in three games this season, starting in two of them. He has a 5.14 ERA over seven innings. Both teams will look to their pitchers to control the game from the start.

Brewers’ Key Players and Stats Overview

Brice Turang has been a standout for the Brewers this season. He has a batting average of .315 and leads the league in runs with 28. However, Turang is currently day-to-day with an illness, which might affect his availability for the upcoming games. Jackson Chourio is another important player for the Brewers. He has hit 6 home runs, which is the highest on the team. Chourio also leads the league with 24 RBIs, making him a key contributor to the team’s offense. Christian Yelich has struggled with a .207 batting average but has still managed to hit 5 home runs. He ranks second on the team in RBIs with 23. Yelich’s experience and power remain vital for the Brewers as they continue their season.

Astros’ Lineup and Pitching Insights

Jeremy Peña is a key player for the Astros. He has a batting average of .282 and leads the team in home runs with 4. Peña also has 17 runs, the highest on the team. Isaac Paredes and Jose Altuve are important for the Astros too. Both have hit 4 home runs each. Paredes has 14 RBIs, while Altuve has 14 as well, making them strong contributors to the lineup. Ronel Blanco will be the starting pitcher for the Astros. He has a record of 2-2 and an ERA of 5.08 this season. Blanco has pitched 28 1/3 innings with 26 strikeouts.

Final Betting Pick

The Astros have a slight edge in pitching, which supports the Money Line pick. Their ERA and WHIP are both better than the Brewers, indicating a more reliable pitching staff. Ronel Blanco has more experience this season compared to Tobias Myers, which could be an advantage.

For the Over/Under prediction, the Astros’ strong pitching stats suggest a lower-scoring game. Both teams have shown inconsistent hitting, with the Brewers having a lower slugging percentage. The Astros’ recent games also indicate they can control the scoring, which aligns with the Under 8.0 pick.


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