On Monday, May 19, 2025, the Houston Astros will play against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field. The game is set to begin at 7:05 PM and will be played under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting game between these two teams.

Astros vs. Rays Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Astros MoneyLine 114. The Astros have a slightly better record and a stronger pitching performance this season, making them a good value as the underdog.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0 (-114). Both teams have solid pitching stats, and the Astros have allowed fewer home runs, suggesting a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Houston Astros have a home record of 15-9 this season.
• The Tampa Bay Rays are 6 games back in the AL East.
• Framber Valdez pitched 7 innings with 8 strikeouts against the Texas Rangers on May 18th, 2025.
• Brandon Lowe hit 2 home runs against the Toronto Blue Jays on May 15th, 2025.
• Shane Baz allowed 5 earned runs over 6 innings against the Miami Marlins on May 18th, 2025.

Astros vs Rays Preview

The Houston Astros are set to take on the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field. The game will start at 7:05 PM under the night sky. Colton Gordon will be on the mound for the Astros. He has pitched in one regular season game this year, recording a 6.23 ERA over 4 1/3 innings.

Ryan Pepiot will start for the Rays. He has made nine starts this season, with a 3.93 ERA over 50 1/3 innings. Pepiot has struck out 45 batters and walked 17. Fans can look forward to seeing how these pitchers perform in this game.

Tampa Bay Rays: Key Players and Season Overview

The Tampa Bay Rays have some standout hitters this season. Jonathan Aranda leads the team with a .312 batting average and ranks first in runs with 19. Yandy Díaz, although currently out for personal reasons, has contributed 24 RBIs, leading the team in this category. Junior Caminero is another key player for the Rays. He leads the team with 8 home runs and has scored 19 runs. His performance has been crucial to the team’s offensive efforts. Pitching for the Rays is Ryan Pepiot. He has started 9 games this season with a 3.93 ERA. Pepiot has struck out 45 batters over 50 1/3 innings, showing solid control on the mound.

Houston Astros: Key Players and Pitching Insights

Jeremy Peña is a standout player for the Astros. He has played 46 games this season. Peña has a batting average of .299 and leads the team with 23 runs. Isaac Paredes is another key player for the Astros. He has hit 7 home runs, the most on the team. Paredes also leads the team with 24 RBIs. Colton Gordon is the starting pitcher for the Astros in this game. He has only started one game this season. Gordon’s ERA is 6.23 over 4 1/3 innings.

Final Betting Pick

The Astros’ MoneyLine at 114 presents a strong option due to their better record and pitching stats. They have a 24-22 record, while the Rays are at 21-25. The Astros’ pitching has been solid, with a 3.39 ERA and a WHIP of 1.12, ranking them among the top teams in these categories.

Choosing the under 9.0 runs is supported by both teams’ pitching strengths. The Astros have allowed only 41 home runs, showing a strong defense against scoring. The Rays have struggled offensively, with a .242 batting average and a .363 slugging percentage, placing them lower in league rankings. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

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