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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels Team odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Astros (28-35) and Los Angeles Angels (24-38) begin a 3-game series Friday. First pitch from Angel Stadium is slated for 9:38 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Angels lead 2-1

Houston hits the road for 6 games after finishing 3-3 on their 6-game homestand. They failed to complete the sweep of the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, falling 4-2. RHP Ronel Blanco suffered his 2nd consecutive loss (5 2/3 IP, 4 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 2 K) and their only offense came on solo HRs by LF Trey Cabbage and C Yainer Diaz.

The Angels had a great start to their 6-game homestand with a sweep of San Diego, holding the Padres to a total of 5 runs over the 3-game series. RHP Jose Soriano earned his 3rd win on Wednesday (6 IP, 2 R (1 ER). 6 H, 1 BB, 1 K) and got HRs from SS Zach Neto (2 RBI) and 1B Nolan Schanuel.

Astros at Angels projected starters

LHP Framber Valdez vs. RHP Griffin Canning

Valdez (4-3, 3.95 ERA) makes his 10th start. He has a 1.24 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 6.9 K/9 in 54 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins Saturday; his 1st win since May 15
  • Last start vs Angels: Loss, 5 IP, 8 ER, 10 H, 1 BB, 3 K in 9-7 road loss on May 20

Canning (2-5, 4.69 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.37 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 6.4 K/9 in 63 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 2/3 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 4 K in 5-1 loss at the Seattle Mariners Sunday
  • Last start vs Astros: No-decision, 5 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 3 BB, 2 K in 6-5 victory on May 21

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Astros at Angels odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:34 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Astros -196 (bet $196 to win $100) | Angels +164 (bet $100 to win $164)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (-115) | Angels +1.5 (-104)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Angels 4, Astros 3

Moneyline.

BET ANGELS (+164).

I’m all in on the Halos to get the series opening win on Friday night. They have been far better against left-handed pitching this season; just look at what they did against Valdez earlier this season. They are 8-4 vs. southpaws and bat .279, which is more than 50 points higher than against righties.

Los Angeles also has momentum coming off of their impressive sweep of the Padres. Why not ride the hot hand to some extra money in your pocket on Friday night?

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I’m putting my unit bet on the moneyline and avoid the run line.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-105).

Big fan of the Under in this game. The Astros are 2-8 against the Over in their last 10 games while the Angels have been Under in 4 straight.

Houston has struggled to score on the road all season, averaging under 4 runs per game. The Angels barely average 4 RPG on the entire season. You should not expect fireworks on Friday night in L.A.

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Astros (51-41) and Los Angeles Angels (45-47) meet Saturday for Game 2 of a 3-game series. First pitch from Angel Stadium is set for 9:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Astros lead 6-2

Houston won 7-5 as +130 road underdogs in Game 1 of this series Friday. Friday’s game was back and forth throughout the majority of the game with each team having the lead once before the Angels tied it at 4 in the 5th inning. The Astros took a 7-4 lead in the top of the 6th, and that lead was too much for Los Angeles to come back from.

The Astros are now 9-4 in their last 13 overall and sit at 26-19 on the road this season. Los Angeles has dropped 6 straight games and sit at 1-10 in their last 11 overall. The Angels are 23-21 at home on the year.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

LHP Framber Valdez vs. LHP Reid Detmers

Valdez (7-6, 2.51 ERA) makes his 18th start. He has a 1.05 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 9.4 K/9 through 111 IP.

  • Last outing: No-decision, 6 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 6 K in a 3-2 home win Saturday vs. Seattle Mariners
  • Career vs. Los Angeles: 9-4, 3.46 ERA (96 1/3 IP, 37 ER), 78 H, 107 K, 1.29 WHIP through 17 appearances (13 starts)

Detmers (2-6, 4.31 ERA) makes his 17th start. He has a 1.28 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 11.2 K/9 through 85 2/3 IP.

  • Last outing: Loss, 3 1/3 IP, 7 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 4 K in a 10-5 road loss Saturday vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Career vs. Houston: 1-2, 4.62 ERA (25 1/3 IP, 13 ER), 24 H, 11 BB, 23 K across 5 starts

Astros at Angels odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:45 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Astros -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Angels +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (+125) | Angels +1.5 (-155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 4, Angels 1

Moneyline

BET ASTROS (-135).

The Astros are the much hotter team, and they’re also 7-3 in the last 10 meetings. Houston is a very good road team, and it is 3-0 in each of Valdez’s last 3 starts vs. LA.

Run line/Against the spread

BET ASTROS -1.5 (+125). 

The Astros are the clear favorite here, and I like them to cover as only 2 of the last 10 HOU-LAA matchups have come down to a 1-run margin. None of the Angels’ last 10 have come down to a 1-run margin. With the Astros being the hotter team, and the Angels not having many close games recently this is a solid bet.

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Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 8 (+100). 

The Under is 4-1 in Valdez’s last 5 starts overall and 2-1 in his last 3 starts vs. Los Angeles. The Under is also 4-0-1 in Detmers’ last 5 starts overall and 3-0 in his last 3 starts vs. Houston. For Houston, the Under is also 2-1 in its last 3 games overall.

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Astros (50-41) take on the Los Angeles Angels (45-46) in the opener of a 3-game set at Angel Stadium Friday. First pitch is at 9:38 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Astros lead 5-2

The Astros ended the first half with a 6-4 record and crawled within 2 games of the Texas Rangers for the AL West lead. They will be operating without OF Yordan Alvarez (oblique) and 2B Jose Altuve (oblique). Alvarez went on a rehab assignment and could be back next week, and Altuve shouldn’t be far behind.

The Angels limped to the All-Star break, losers of 9 of 10 games to fall 7 games back in the division and 5 games from a Wild Card spot. They’re operating without OF Mike Trout (hand), who is recovering from surgery to repair a broken hamate bone and won’t be back for 2-6 weeks. The Halos will need a quick start out of the break to get back in it and avoid potentially selling off major assets.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

RHP J.P. France vs. RHP Shohei Ohtani

France (4-3, 3.26 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.21 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 6.5 K/9 in 66 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 4 K July 4 vs. Colorado Rockies
  • 1 career start vs. Angels: No-decision, 7 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 1 BB, 3 K June 4

Ohtani (7-4, 3.32 ERA) makes his 18th start. He has a 1.10 WHIP, 3.9 BB/9 and 11.8 K/9 in 100 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 5 ER, 7 H, 4 BB, 5 K against San Diego Padres July 4
  • Last 5 starts vs. Astros: 2-2, 2.81 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 37 K in 32 IP

Astros at Angels odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:22 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Astros +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Angels -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros +1.5 (-160) | Angels -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Angels 3, Astros 2

Moneyline

Ohtani left his last start with a blister on his finger. These can be recurring, and it’ll be something to watch in his first start back. The Astros have gotten to Ohtani for 7 ER in 13 IP this season, but they’re missing 2 key cogs in the lineup. I don’t think they beat him 3 times in a season, but I’m also not confident enough in the Angels’ offense to put -160 on their ML.

I’ll go with SHOHEI OHTANI OVER 17.5 OUTS (-145). He has tossed 6 IP in 4 of his last 5 starts against Houston.

Run line/Against the spread

The Astros have been great on the RL away from home at 27-17. The Angels are just 17-26 on the RL at home. Houston is 7-3 in the last 10 against the Angels.

I’m willing to take the juice with the ASTROS +1.5 (-160) because this has to be a low-scoring game for the Angels to win.

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Over/Under

The Over is 4-5-1 in the last 10 between the teams. The Astros are 3-6-1 O/U over their last 10, and the Angels are 6-3-1.

If the Angels want to win this game, it has to be a low-scoring one. I think Ohtani can set that tone for a team that needs to come out of the gates firing.

Take the UNDER 8 (-110).

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Astros (18-18) conclude a 3-game series against the Los Angeles Angels (20-17) on Wednesday at Angel Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 4:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Astros snapped a 3-game losing skid with a 3-1 victory Tuesday. Houston has tallied a 4-6 record in its last 10 contests.

The Angels lost on Tuesday despite RHP Shohei Ohtani fanning 7 and surpassing Babe Ruth for the most all-time strikeouts for a player who has hit 100-plus home runs. Los Angeles has gone 6-4 in its last 10 games but has lost 3 of its last 4 contests.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

RHP Cristian Javier vs. RHP Griffin Canning

Javier (2-1, 3.54 ERA) makes his 8th start. He has a 1.06 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 9.5 K/9 through 40 2/3 IP.

  • Has registered 5 or more strikeouts in 6 of his 7 starts
  • Boasts a 3-1 record with a 2.59 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 14.9 K/9 in 4 starts and 4 relief appearances in his career against the Angels

Canning (2-0, 5.31 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.33 WHIP, 3.5 BB/9 and 8.0 K/9 through 20 1/3 IP.

  • Has given up multiple ER in each of his first 4 starts
  • Owns an 0-1 record with a 9.22 ERA, 2.20 WHIP and 9.2 K/9 in 4 career starts against the Astros

Astros at Angels odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:11 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Astros -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Angels +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (+125) | Angels +1.5 (-155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 5, Angels 3

Moneyline

The ASTROS (-125) have a massive pitching advantage with Javier on the mound even though Canning has gone 2-0 in his first 4 starts. Houston is 14-6 in the last 20 meetings in Los Angeles and 57-27 in the last 84 meetings overall.

Run line/Against the spread

ASTROS -1.5 (+125) is how I’d wager on the run line with Javier pitching for Houston. The Astros should also have success against Canning in Wednesday’s AL West bout as he’s coming off a start where he surrendered 5 earned runs to the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday.

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Over/Under

UNDER 9.5 (-110) is the lean in this game with Javier having success against the Angels in his career. The Astros are 6-4 to the Under in their last 10 games overall.

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Astros (17-18) play the 2nd game of a 3-game series against the Los Angeles Angels (20-16) on Tuesday at Angel Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Angels lead 1-0

The Astros lost 6-4 to the Angels on Monday in the series opener to extend their losing streak to 3 games. Houston is 3-7 in its last 10 contests.

The Angels got a hit from everyone in their lineup besides OF Mike Trout Monday. Los Angeles snapped a 2-game losing skid with the victory and has notched a 6-4 record in its last 10 games.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

LHP Framber Valdez vs. RHP Shohei Ohtani

Valdez (2-4, 2.60 ERA) makes his 8th start. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 through 45 IP.

  • Has allowed multiple ER in 5 of his last 6 starts
  • Boasts a 7-4 record with a 3.98 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 9.7 K/9 in 11 starts and 4 relief appearances in his career against the Angels

Ohtani (4-0, 2.54 ERA) makes his 8th start. He has a 0.87 WHIP, 4.2 BB/9 and 13.6 K/9 through 39 IP.

  • Has tallied 8 or more K’s in 5 of his first 7 starts
  • Owns a 3-3 record with a 3.47 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 12.4 K/9 in 10 career starts against the Astros

Astros at Angels odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:52 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Astros +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Angels -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros +1.5 (-175) | Angels -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Angels 3, Astros 2

Moneyline

With both teams having talented pitchers on the mound, I’ll back the ANGELS (-140) at home with Ohtani pitching.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I don’t expect either of these teams to blow out the other with Valdez and Ohtani on the bump. The Astros +1.5 (-175) should be able to keep the game within a run, but taking their run line isn’t advised at the current odds.

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Over/Under

UNDER 7.5 (-110) is the pick in this AL West bout on Tuesday. I expect a pitching duel between Valdez and Ohtani, so runs should be tough for both teams to produce.

The Astros have had 7 or fewer combined runs scored in 6 of their last 10 games.

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Astros (17-17) begin a 3-game series against the Los Angeles Angels (19-16) on Monday at Angel Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting of 2023. The Astros recorded a 13-6 record against the Angels in 2022.

The Astros lost 3-1 at the Seattle Mariners Sunday, losing their 3rd straight series 2-1 and falling for the 4th time in the last 5 games. Houston has tallied a 4-6 record in its last 10 contests.

The Angels suffered a 16-8 loss to the Texas Rangers Sunday. Los Angeles has lost 2 games in a row while being outscored 26-9 following a 5-game win streak from April 30-May 5.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

RHP Hunter Brown vs. LHP Patrick Sandoval

Brown (3-1, 2.60 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 3.9 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 through 34 2/3 IP.

  • Has struck out 5-plus batters in 5 of his first 6 starts
  • Has allowed 2 ER or more in 3 of his starts and 0 ER in his other 3 starts

Sandoval (3-1, 2.93 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.27 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and 7.0 K/9 through 30 2/3 IP.

  • Has walked 2-plus batters in 4 of his first 6 starts
  • Owns a 0-4 record with an 8.03 ERA, 1.82 WHIP, 8.4 K/9 in 6 starts and 1 relief appearance in his career against the Astros

Astros at Angels odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:15 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Astros -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Angels +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (+135) | Angels +1.5 (-160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 4, Angels 3

Moneyline

I’ll back the ASTROS (-125) on the road in Monday’s AL West showdown despite their recent struggles. Houston is 41-20 in the last 61 meetings in Los Angeles and 56-26 in the last 82 meetings overall with L.A.

Run line/Against the spread

ANGELS +1.5 (-160) is how I’d play the run line despite the odds being somewhat juiced. Both pitchers in this contest have been solid this season and I believe Los Angeles keeps this game within a run.

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Over/Under

UNDER 8.5 (+100) has solid value considering how Brown and Sandoval have been pitching this season. Even though Sandoval has sputtered against the Astros in his career, Houston has scored 5 or more runs in only 3 of its last 10 games.

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Houston Astros (85-48) take on the Los Angeles Angels (58-75) Sunday in the finale of a 3-game set at Angel Stadium. First pitch is set for 4:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Astros lead 10-5

The Astros lost 2-1 in 12 innings Saturday night as they were just 2-for-14 with runners in scoring position. It snapped Houston’s 4-game win streak as they are somewhat coasting with a 10-game lead in the AL West. These sides play another 3-game set in Houston next weekend.

The Angels have won 6 of 8 games and have held the Astros to 5 total runs in the first 2 games of the series. RHP Shohei Ohtani allowed 1 ER over 8 IP, and the bullpen tossed 4 scoreless IP. You have to wonder if winning that game was the World Series for this team that’s going nowhere, though.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

RHP Jose Urquidy vs. LHP Tucker Davidson

Urquidy (12-5, 3.69 ERA) makes his 25th start. He has a 1.14 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 7.1 K/9 in 139 IP.

  • 2 starts vs. Angels this year: 2-0, 11 IP, 6 H, 2 ER, 3 BB, 10 K
  • Not as good on the road: 4.24 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, 5.6 K/9 vs. 3.06 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 8.8 K/9 at home

Davidson (2-4, 5.77 ERA) makes his 8th start in his 9th appearance. He has a 1.78 WHIP, 7.1 BB/9 and 5.5 K/9 in 34 1/3 IP.

  • Not a typo: he has 25 BB in 31 2/3 IP as a starter this year
  • Has limited the damage with a 3.00 ERA over his last 3 starts

Astros at Angels odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:07 a.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): Astros -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Angels +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (-105) | Angels +1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 6, Angels 2

Money line

The Astros are 31-11 against left-handed starters, which is one of the best marks in the game. They face a lefty today that has more walks than strikeouts and could be out of this game in the 4th inning.

The -170 ML is probably going to be steamed up closer to -200. I’m good with the ASTROS (-170), but I also love the value with ASTROS FIRST 5 INNINGS (-122).

Run line/Against the spread

The last 7 wins for Houston have been by 2 or more runs. Again, Saturday night was the equivalent to the Angels’ World Series, and there could be a hangover effect with a pitcher that allows a lot of traffic. Take the ASTROS -1.5 (-105).

Over/Under

This could always get out of hand and go Over, but Houston is just 2-7-1 O/U in its last 10. There have only been 9 runs total in the 2 games thus far. The wind is blowing in from left-center field, and this is a pretty easy call. Take the UNDER 9.5 (-105).

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Houston Astros (84-47) and Los Angeles Angels (57-74) open a 3-game series Friday. First pitch from Angel Stadium will be at 9:38 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Astros lead 9-4 and have won 5 of the last 6 meetings

The Astros have won 3 games in a row, sweeping the Texas Rangers in their brief 2-game series after beating the Baltimore Orioles in the last game of their 3-game set last weekend. It hasn’t been the offense carrying this team as they’ve scored more than 5 runs only once in their last 11 contests. The pitching staff has shut down opponents, allowing no more than 4 runs in any game along that span.

The Angels come into this series hot, too. They’ve won 5 of their last 6 games, sweeping the Toronto Blue Jays and taking 2 of 3 from the New York Yankees. They only rank 25th in runs scored (500) this season but their pitching staff has been strong, allowing only 3.79 runs per game to rank 9th in the majors.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

RHP Lance McCullers Jr. vs. LHP Reid Detmers

McCullers (1-1, 1.69 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.44 WHIP, 5.6 BB/9 and 7.3 K/9 through 16 IP.

  • Made his season debut on Aug. 13 and has looked sharp since; has two outings where he allowed 0 runs and one where he allowed 3 runs in 5 innings
  • Pitched 4-scoreless innings and allowed just 4 hits in a 2-0 loss to the Orioles last Friday in his last start

Detmers (5-4, 3.47 ERA) makes his 21st start. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 8.6 K/9 through 103 2/3 IP.

  • Has won 2 of his last 3 decisions, beating the Blue Jays last Friday and Seattle Mariners Aug. 6
  • Allowed 2 or fewer earned runs in 7 of his last 8 starts dating back to the start of July

Astros at Angels odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:35 p.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): Astros -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Angels +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (+105) | Angels +1.5 (-130)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 5, Angels 3

Money line

The Astros are clearly the better team here, and they have a better pitcher on the mound, too. It’s somewhat surprising they’re only -155 on the money line, but perhaps that’s because of the Angels’ recent hot stretch and Houston’s cold bats.

Still, I like the ASTROS (-155) to win outright. The spread also offers good value, though.

Run line/Against the spread

The Astros won each of their last 2 games by 2 runs, but the Angels have been great against the spread lately; they’ve covered in 5 of their last 6 games.

With McCullers on the mound, the Astros should be able to cover against the Angels, provided their offense wakes up. Bet the ASTROS -1.5 (+105).

Over/Under

In the Astros’ last 10 games, the total has only gone Over 4 times. The Under is 4-1 in the last 5 for Houston, and 2-1 in the last 3 for Los Angeles.

If McCullers keeps pitching the way he has since returning from injury, and Detmers has good command, this shouldn’t be a very high-scoring game. I like the UNDER 8.5 (-108).

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Houston Astros (57-29) and Los Angeles Angels (38-50) play the second contest of a 3-game set Wednesday at Angel Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Astros lead series 8-3

The Astros picked up the narrow 6-5 victory in the series opener Tuesday, as Houston continues to dominate the season series against its AL West rivals.

The Angels are in a tailspin, going just 1-5 in their last 7 against divisional opponents, while going just 6-16 in the previous 22 games at home.

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Astros at Angels projected starters

RHP Cristian Javier vs. RHP Shohei Ohtani

Javier (6-4, 3.01 ERA) makes his 13th start and 17th overall appearance. He has a 0.99 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 12.3 K/9 through 74 2/3 IP.

  • Is 2-1 with a 3.56 ERA with a .207 opponent batting average with 41 K in 30 1/3 IP across 5 starts and 2 bullpen appearances on the road.
  • Has managed a 1-0 record, 0.73 ERA and .146 OBA with 21 K in 12 1/3 IP across 1 start and 2 relief appearances vs. LAA in 2022.

Ohtani (8-4, 2.44 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 0.99 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 12.3 K/9 through 81 IP.

  • Has posted a 4-2 record, 2.13 ERA and .184 OBA with 58 K across 42 1/3 IP in 7 home starts.
  • Is 1-1 with a 0.84 ERA and .135 OBA with 21 K across 10 2/3 IP in 2 starts vs. HOU this season.

Astros at Angels odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:30 a.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): Astros +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Angels -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros +1.5 (-210) | Angels -1.5 (+170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: +100 | U: -125)

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Astros at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Angels 3, Astros 2

Money line

The ANGELS (-130) are a decent play behind the two-way star Ohtani, especially working at home.

The Halos are a bit of a risky play considering the fact they’re 1-6 in the past seven games against AL West opponents. However, it’s all about Ohtani when he is on the bump. The Angels have struggled overall, but they have won 5 straight starts when Ohtani toes the slab.

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Run line/Against the spread

The Astros +1.5 (-210) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s expensive if you want some insurance. Just play Houston straight up if you like them, although I certainly do not with Ohtani on the bump.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The UNDER 7.5 (-125) is a strong play with Javier and Ohtani on the hill. Both of these pitchers put up a lot of donuts.

We saw the Over hit in Tuesday’s game, as the Angels blew a 4-run lead in the bottom of the 7th inning. Runs will be at more of a premium in this one.

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Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Houston Astros at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Houston Astros meet American League West rival Los Angeles Angels on Opening Day Thursday at Angel Stadium with the first pitch set for 9:38 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Astros vs. Angels odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Houston won the season series last season 13-6, more than doubling the Angels in runs scored 117-58.

The Astros won the AL West last season with a 95-67 and lost the World Series 4-2 to the Atlanta Braves.

The Angels had yet another disappointing season in 2021, finishing 77-85, 18 games behind the Astros and going Under their projected season win total for a fourth consecutive year.

Astros at Angels: Projected starters

LHP Framber Valdez vs. RHP Shohei Ohtani

Valdez is on the mound Opening Day for Houston after going 11-6 in 2021 with a 3.14 ERA (134 2/3 IP, 47 ER), 1.25 WHIP, 8.4 K/9 and 3.9 BB/9 in 22 starts.

  • 2021 vs. Angels: 2-0 with a 3.00 ERA (12 IP, 4 ER), 12 H, 12 K and 8 BB in 2 starts.
  • vs. Angels on the current roster: 4.67 FIP with a .290 batting average (BA), .348 wOBA, .443 expected slugging percentage (xSLG), 16.8 K% and 88.9 mph exit velocity (EV) in 113 plate appearances (PA).

Ohtani is making his first Opening Day start. He won the 2021 AL MVP as L.A.’s best starter while hitting the third-most home runs in the league (46). Ohtani was 9-2 in 23 starts last season with a 3.18 ERA (130 1/3 IP, 46 ER), 1.09 WHIP, 10.8 K/9 and 3.0 BB/9.

  • 2021 vs. Astros: 0-1 with a 6.10 ERA (10 1/3 IP, 7 ER), 13 H, 11 K and 1 BB in 2 starts.
  • vs. Astros on the current roster: 2.95 FIP with a .283 BA, .326 wOBA, .343 xSLG, 24.1 K% and 85.1 mph EV in 58 PA.

Astros at Angels odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:06 p.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): Astros +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Angels -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros +1.5 (-200) | Angels -1.5 (+160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

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Astros at Angels prediction and picks

Prediction

Astros 6, Angels 3

Money line

GIMME the ASTROS (+102) as a fade against the Angels (-125) as a favorite and since the presumed sharp side of the market is backing Houston.

According to Pregame.com, roughly 60% of the cash is on the Astros but a slight majority of the bets placed are on the Angels. Typically, in sports betting, it’s profitable to follow the money when it’s counter to the public because sharps wager more money than your average Joe.

It feels like most casual bettors will take L.A. here since it’s at full strength and Ohtani is on the mound. However, the Angels snapped an 8-year Opening Day losing streak in 2021 so it’s typically profitable fading L.A. early on.

Furthermore, L.A.’s lineup struggled last season even when Mike Trout was healthy. Trout’s final game of 2021 was May 17 and up until then the Angels batters ranked 23rd in WAR, 27th in both hard-hit rate and EV. On the other hand, Houston’s lineup has been the best in the AL in recent seasons.

BET ASTROS (+102).

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Run line/Against the spread

SPRINKLE on the ASTROS -1.5 (+165) ALTERNATE RL because Houston won by at least 2 runs in 12 of its 13 victories over L.A. last season and this payout is chunky enough to throw some change at.

Over/Under

PASS with a “lean” to the Over 8.5 (-130) because of all the firepower in both dugouts and it’s going to be a hot night in Anaheim so the ball could jump. But, a vast majority of the market is betting the Over as well and I don’t like following the herd in sports betting.

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