The Houston Astros (52-47) travel to face off against the Oakland Athletics (39-62) on Monday, July 22nd. This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum in Oakland and televised on None. Both the Astros and Athletics are looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. First pitch is set for 8:40 CT.
Astros vs. Athletics Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Athletics (+126)
- Over/Under Prediction: Over 8 Runs
- The Athletics have scored an average of 8.2 runs per game in their last 5 home games.
- Oakland has won 4 of their last 5 home games.
- The Athletics have a 5-5 record in their last 10 games, showing competitive form.
- In their last 3 home games against the Astros, the Athletics have outscored Houston 8-7.
- Oakland has a higher home win percentage (48%) compared to Houston’s away win percentage (48%).
Astros vs Athletics
The Athletics Took The Last Game Of This Series
Houston closed out their series vs. the Mariners with a 6-4 loss. Heading into the game, the Astros were the slight favorite at -104 on the money line. Things started off well for the Astros, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Mariners scored twice in the bottom of the first.
Ronel Blanco got the start for the Astros and took the loss. He only lasted 5 2/3 innings, giving up four earned runs on six hits. Offensively, the Astros scored their four runs on nine hits and only had one home run.
When favored, the Astros have a 38-33 record this season, and their overall series record is 17-13-1. Houston is tied with the Mariners for the AL West lead with a 52-47 overall record, heading into their game against the Athletics today. The Astros have gone 18-15 against AL West opponents this season.
On the run line, the Astros are 26-23 at home and 18-10 as underdogs. Their games have gone over the total 61.6% of the time this season, with an average of 8.9 runs per game. The over/under line for today’s game is set at 8 runs, and when the total has been 8, the over has hit 7 times, the under 9 times, and there have been 2 pushes.
Spencer Arrighetti Gets The Start For The Astros
Houston is sending Spencer Arrighetti to the mound today vs. the Athletics. He has made 17 starts this year and has a record of 4-7 with an ERA of 5.62. Arrighetti’s WHIP for the season is currently 1.60. In his 17 appearances, he has turned in three quality starts. Arrighetti’s last outing came on July 13th vs. the Rangers, where he finished with a no-decision, going six innings and giving up one earned run on two hits. Before that, he had given up at least two earned runs in three straight outings.
Astros Offense Breakdown
Currently, the Astros are the top hitting team in the league, with a team batting average of .261. They also have the league’s 3rd best scoring offense, averaging 4.7 runs per game. At home, they have been even better, averaging 5.1 runs per contest. Overall, Houston is 10th in home runs and have the league’s top slugging percentage.
Yordan Alvarez has been a key power bat in the lineup, as his 20 homers are 7th best in the league. He is also batting a solid .301 this season. Kyle Tucker is just behind him with 19 homers and is batting .266. Jose Altuve is on a 6 game hitting streak and is batting .304 for the season.
The Athletics Took The Last Game Of This Series
Miguel Andujar had a big game at the plate for the Athletics, going 3/5 with a homer and a run scored. The Athletics really could have used a bigger game from Andujar, as they lost 8-5 to the Angels. Oakland was the -126 favorite at home going into the game.
Joey Estes got the start for the Athletics and took the loss. He only lasted 5 2/3 innings, giving up eight hits and two earned runs. Oakland’s offense scored their other three runs in the 3rd inning.
As underdogs, the Athletics have a 30-59 record this season, while as favorites, they are 9-3. Oakland’s overall series record is 11-19-1, and they have won two straight series heading into today’s matchup with the Astros.
On the run line, the A’s are 51-50 this season, with a 27-23 record at home and 24-27 on the road. Their games have gone over the total in 46% of the time this year, including 13 of 26 when the total line is set at 8 runs.
Hogan Harris Gets The Start For The Athletics
Hogan Harris gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces the Astros at home. He has made eight starts this year and has a record of 1-3 with an ERA of 3.40. Opposing batters are hitting .247 off Harris this year, and he has a WHIP of 1.45. Harris’ last outing came vs. the Phillies, where he went three innings, giving up two earned runs, and six hits. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Harris has given up at least two earned runs in each of his last four outings. The left-hander has a total of six homers allowed this year.
Athletics Offense Breakdown
For the season, the Athletics are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 24th in the league. They have been a better home team, averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. As a team, they are batting just .230 and are also near the bottom of the league in strikeouts. However, they have the 4th most home runs in the league.
Brent Rooker has been a bright spot for the Athletics this season, as he is batting .294 and has a team-high 22 home runs and 67 RBIs. He is also on a six-game hitting streak. Catcher Shea Langeliers is batting just .213 this season but does have 18 homers.
Astros vs Athletics Prediction
With the Athletics being the underdogs at +126, we see this as a great opportunity to take them on the money line. Our predicted final score is 7-6 in favor of the Athletics, giving us some room to take them on the money line or on the run line.
Looking at the starting pitchers, Spencer Arrighetti is projected to finish with around seven strikeouts, which is the sixth-best among starters. As for Hogan Harris, he is projected to finish with six strikeouts, and the Athletics are predicted to finish with 11 as a team.
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Last updated:July 22, 2024 Astros, Athletics