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San Francisco Giants at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s San Francisco Giants at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The San Francisco Giants (11-16) begin a 3-game series against the Houston Astros (15-13) on Monday at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Giants vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting since the 2021 season (Giants won 2-1)

The Giants lost 6-4 to the San Diego Padres on Sunday as they dropped both games in the Mexico City series. San Francisco is on a 3-game losing streak following a 5-game winning streak.

The Astros beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-3 on Sunday to end a 2-game losing streak. Houston has won 7 of its last 10 games.

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Giants at Astros projected starters

RHP Ross Stripling vs. RHP Luis Garcia

Stripling (0-1, 6.89 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.60 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 8.0 K/9 in 15 2/3 IP.

  • Has given up 6 HR in 5 appearances (2 starts)
  • Has a 1-1 record with a 4.97 ERA, 1.82 WHIP, and 6.4 K/9 in 3 career starts against the Astros

Garcia (2-2, 4.00 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.26 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 10.3 K/9 in 27 IP.

  • Allowed a combined 0 ER on 5 H with 3 BB and 16 K in his last 2 starts after giving up 12 ER on 19 H in his 1st 3 starts
  • Has 7-plus K’s in his last 3 starts and has won back-to-back starts

Giants at Astros odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:26 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Giants +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Astros -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Giants +1.5 (-125) | Astros-1.5 (+105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Giants at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 5, Giants 2

Moneyline

PASS.

While the Astros are favored to secure the win at home, taking them straight up at nearly -200 odds isn’t worth the risk. That being said, you can pair Garcia’s strikeouts and Houston’s moneyline for decent odds in this contest.

Run line/Against the spread

ASTROS -1.5 (+105) is the pick in this contest after the Giants travel to Houston after playing in high-altitude Mexico City the previous 2 days. On top of that, Stripling has struggled with a whopping 15.4% barrel percentage and a 117.8 mph max EV (exit velocity).

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Over/Under

UNDER 8.5 (-110) is the ideal bet with Garcia taking the mound for the Astros. Garcia has shut out the Toronto Blue Jays and the Tampa Bay Rays in his last 2 starts.

The Astros are 4-0 to the Under in their last 4 interleague games and 5-0 in their last 5 games overall.

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Philadelphia Phillies at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Philadelphia Phillies at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Phillies (13-13) begin a 3-game series against the Houston Astros (14-11) on Friday at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Phillies vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting of 2023. The Astros posted a 2-1 record against the Phillies in 2022.

The Phillies came away with a 1-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners Thursday. Philadelphia is on a 2-game win streak and has won 5 of its last 6 contests.

The Astros defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 on Wednesday and had a day off Thursday. Houston has gone 7-3 in its last 10 games and is also amid a 2-game win streak.

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Phillies at Astros projected starters

RHP Aaron Nola vs. LHP Framber Valdez

Nola (1-2, 5.40 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.34 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 7.0 K/9 through 28 1/3 IP.

  • Has given up 2 or more ER in each of his first 5 starts
  • Control has been an issue recently as he’s walked 3 batters in each of his last 2 turns

Valdez (2-2, 2.25 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 9.6 K/9 through 32 IP.

  • Has allowed multiple ER in 3 of his first 5 starts
  • Has recorded 5 IP or more in 33 consecutive starts dating back to last season

Phillies at Astros odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Phillies +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Astros -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Phillies +1.5 (-165) | Astros -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Phillies at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 5, Phillies 4

Moneyline

ASTROS (-155) is the pick in this contest with Valdez on the mound for Houston. Meanwhile, Nola has gotten off to a shaky start this season.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

Unless you can get the Phillies +1.5 at -150 odds or better, then I’d advise against wagering on the spread in this matchup. Even with Nola’s woes thus far, Philadelphia should be able to keep this game close.

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Over/Under

OVER 7.5 (+100) has nice value with Nola allowing 3-plus ER in 4 of his first 5 starts. The Astros have hit the Over in 8 straight games against a team with a losing record.

Houston has hit the Over in each of Valdez’s last 4 starts.

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Houston Astros at Tampa Bay Rays odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Houston Astros at Tampa Bay Rays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Astros (12-10) will begin a 3-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays (19-3) on Monday at Tropicana Field. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Rays odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Astros went 5-1 vs. the Rays in 2022

The Astros defeated the Atlanta Braves 5-2 on Sunday to complete the 3-game series sweep on the road. Houston has won 4 straight games and its last 2 series.

On Sunday, the Rays beat the Chicago White Sox 4-1 to improve to 19-3 on the season. Tampa Bay has secured 5 consecutive victories to give itself the best record in baseball.

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Astros at Rays projected starters

RHP Jose Urquidy vs. RHP Taj Bradley

Urquidy (1-1, 3.66 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.53 WHIP, 3.2 BB/9 and 7.8 K/9 in 19 2/3 IP.

  • Has given up 7 H in 3 of his 1st 4 starts this season
  • Has 1-4 record in his last 7 starts dating back to last season

Bradley (2-0, 2.61 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 0.97 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 14.8 K/9 in 10 1/3 IP.

  • Has 8-plus K’s in each of his 1st 2 starts this season
  • Last start: 5 1/3 IP, 3 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 9 K vs. the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday

Astros at Rays odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:43 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Astros +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Rays -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros +1.5 (-160) | Rays -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Astros at Rays picks and predictions

Prediction

Rays 5, Astros 3

Moneyline

One of these teams is going to have its winning streak end on Monday. With Tampa Bay boasting a 13-0 record at home this season, I’ll back the RAYS (-150) to get the job done.

Run line/Against the spread

RAYS -1.5 (+135) has solid value with how Tampa Bay has performed at home thus far. Urquidy is a pitcher who can struggle with his lack of swing and misses, while Bradley has hit the ground running in his 1st 2 starts.

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Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 8.5 (-115).

Both of these teams certainly have lineups that are capable of producing runs in bunches. However, the Under is 28-8-3 in the last 39 meetings in Tampa Bay and 43-21-4 in the last 68 meetings overall.

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Toronto Blue Jays at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Blue Jays (10-6) begin a 3-game series against the Houston Astros (7-9) on Monday at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jays vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Blue Jays went 4-2 vs. Astros in 2022

The Blue Jays lost 8-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, though, they won the 3-game series and handed the Rays their 1st 2 losses of the season. Toronto is 7-3 in its last 10 games.

The Astros lost 9-1 on Sunday to the Texas Rangers as they lost 2 of 3 in the series. Houston was outscored 17-11 by Texas and is 5-5 in its last 10 games.

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Blue Jays at Astros projected starters

RHP Kevin Gausman vs. RHP Cristian Javier

Gausman (1-1, 1.35 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9 and 11.3 K/9 in 20 IP.

  • Has fanned at least 7 batters in each of his 1st 3 starts
  • After not allowing an ER in his 1st 2 starts, he allowed 3 ER on Wednesday vs. the Detroit Tigers.

Javier (1-0, 4.24 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 1.1 BB/9 and 7.4 K/9 in 17 IP.

  • Hasn’t recorded more than 6 K’s in a start this season
  • Has given up 3 ER or more in 2 of his 1st 3 starts

Blue Jays at Astros odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jays -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Astros +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (+140) | Astros +1.5 (-165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Blue Jays at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 4, Astros 3

Moneyline

Despite being the road team on Monday, I’ll back the BLUE JAYS (-120) with how they’ve performed recently. Gausman has gotten off to a strong start and Toronto’s bats are always capable of doing damage against anyone.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

With Gausman and Javier on the mound in this game, I believe we’ll get a close game. Taking Houston’s run line isn’t worth the risk at the current odds (-165) and I’m not comfortable taking Toronto (+140) to win by 2 runs.

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Over/Under

UNDER 8 (+100) has solid value with 2 talented pitchers on the bump in Monday’s matchup. Javier has been inconsistent to begin the season, but he has the ability to put up an impressive outing at home (boasted a 6-5 record with a 2.26 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, and 11.4 K/9 in 12 home starts in 2022).

The Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings.

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Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Texas Rangers (7-5) will begin a 3-game series against the Houston Astros (6-7) on Friday at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rangers vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Astros went 14-5 vs. Rangers in 2022

The Rangers lost 10-1 to the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday to snap a 3-game winning streak. Texas is 1.5 games ahead of Houston in the AL West.

The Astros shut out the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-0 on Wednesday. Houston has won 3 of its last 4 games after starting the season 3-6.

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Rangers at Astros projected starters

LHP Martin Perez vs. RHP Luis Garcia

Perez (1-1, 2.53 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.50 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 10.1 K/9 in 10 2/3 IP.

  • Has thrown 90-plus pitches and struck out at least 5 batters in each of his 1st 2 starts
  • Is 9-8 with a 3.23 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, and 5.9 K/9 in 19 career starts against the Astros

Garcia (0-1, 7.00 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 2.00 WHIP, 5.0 BB/9 and 8.0 K/9 in 9 IP.

  • Has allowed 3-plus ER in each of his 1st 2 starts
  • Boasts a 3-0 record with a 2.50 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, and 8.5 K/9 in 3 career starts (5 appearances) against the Rangers

Rangers at Astros odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:21 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Rangers +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Astros -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-145) | Astros -1.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Rangers at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 4, Rangers 3

Moneyline

PASS.

Unless you can get the Astros at -150 odds or better to win, I’d refrain from wagering on the money line in this AL West matchup

Run line/Against the spread

RANGERS +1.5 (-145) is the pick in this game as Perez has gotten off to a solid start this season. Garcia has struggled in his 1st 2 starts, which should help keep this game close despite the Astros being the home team.

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Over/Under

UNDER 8.5 (+100) is the play with the Rangers sitting at 18th in AVG and 24th in OBP. On top of that, Texas is allowing the 7th fewest ER and Houston is allowing the 8th fewest ER this season.

The Under is 9-3 in the last 12 meetings in Houston and 4-1 in the last 5 meetings overall.

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Houston Astros at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Houston Astros at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Astros (5-6) take on the Pittsburgh Pirates (6-4) in the 2nd game of a 3-game series Tuesday. First pitch from PNC Park is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Astros lead 1-0.

The Astros defeated the Pirates 8-2 Monday with LHP Framber Valdez logging 2 ER on 3 H and 5 BB with 5 K over 7 IP. Houston has won 2 straight games after losing 5 of its previous 6 games from April 2-8.

RHP Roansy Contreras struggled to the tune of 7 ER on 9 H and 4 BB with 3 K in 3 1/3 IP Monday. Pittsburgh also placed SS Oneil Cruz on the 10-day IL Monday. The starting shortstop suffered a fractured left fibula and damaged syndesmosis and is expected to be sidelined for at least 4 months.

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Astros at Pirates projected starters

RHP Cristian Javier vs. RHP Mitch Keller

Javier (1-0, 3.27 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.27 WHIP, 0.8 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 through 11 IP.

  • Has struck out at least 5 batters in each of his first 2 starts of the season
  • Seems fully stretched out after throwing 99 pitches in his 2nd start

Keller (1-0, 3.86 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.37 WHIP, 4.6 BB/9 and 11.6 K/9 through 11 2/3 IP.

  • Has fanned 7 or more batters in each of his first 2 starts
  • Tallied 100 and 107 pitches in his first 2 outings

Astros at Pirates odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Astros -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Pirates +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (-105) | Pirates +1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Astros at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 5, Pirates 2

Moneyline

PASS.

The Astros (-175) are favored on the road and have the better pitcher on the mound, but taking them at the current odds to win straight up isn’t worth the risk.

Run line/Against the spread

BET ASTROS -1.5 (-105).

While Keller is pitching better to begin the season, the Pirates are without Cruz and the Astros can get hot quickly despite not having 2B Jose Altuve. Javier should be able to limit Pittsburgh’s batters and give Houston a decent chance to win by multiple runs.

The Astros have won by 2 or more runs in each of their first 5 wins this season.

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Over/Under

UNDER 8 (-105) is the pick in this matchup with both pitchers having success to begin the season. The Under is 3-1-1 in the last 5 meetings between these teams in Pittsburgh.

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Chicago White Sox at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Chicago White Sox at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago White Sox (1-0) take on the Houston Astros (0-1) Friday in the 2nd game of a 4-game season-opening series at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is at 8:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: White Sox lead 1-0

The White Sox defeated the Astros 3-2 on Thursday with RHP Dylan Cease  allowing only 1 ER while fanning 10 in 6 1/3 IP. RHP Reynaldo Lopez got the save as Chicago looks to replace closer Liam Hendriks, who is undergoing cancer treatment.

The World Series champions got a solid outing from LHP Framber Valdez on Thursday with 4 K and 0 ER in 5 IP while OF Yordan Alvarez homered in the 9th inning.

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White Sox at Astros projected starters

RHP Lance Lynn vs. RHP Cristian Javier

Lynn was 8-7 in 21 starts in 2022 with a 3.99 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9, and 9.2 K/9 in 121 2/3 IP.

  • Recorded at least 6 IP in 13 of his 21 starts last year
  • His 3.99 ERA last season was his highest since 2018

Javier was 11-9 in 25 starts last season with a 2.54 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, 3.1 BB/9, and 11.7 K/9 in 148 2/3 IP.

  • Tallied 6-plus K’s in his final 6 starts of 2022
  • Tied for 8th in ERA and had the 3rd-best K/9 among starting pitchers despite lacking IP to qualify for the league leaders

White Sox at Astros odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:07 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Astros -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-160) | Astros -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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White Sox at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 4, White Sox 2

Moneyline

AVOID.

Unless you believe the White Sox can start the season 2-0 over the Astros, then I wouldn’t wager on the moneyline in this game. I’d be comfortable taking Houston’s moneyline at -140 odds or better.

Run line/Against the spread

ASTROS -1.5 (+130)

Houston is looking to avoid starting the season with 2 straight losses and while they certainly miss 2B Jose Altuve at the front of their lineup, they still possess a dangerous group of hitters.

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Over/Under

BET UNDER 7.5 (-105).

Lynn is poised to bounce back in 2023 and Javier is someone I believe is capable of winning the AL Cy Young award this season. There have been under 8 runs scored in 6 of the last 7 meetings between these teams.

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Chicago White Sox at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Chicago White Sox at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros begin a 4-game set at Minute Maid Park on Opening Day Thursday. First pitch will take place at 7:08 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: This will be the first meeting of 2023. The Astros won the season series 4-3 in 2022.

The White Sox missed the playoffs in 2022 with an 81-81 record, finishing 2nd in the AL Central and 5 games back of the final AL Wild Card. Chicago is hoping to have healthier versions of OF Luis Robert, OF Eloy Jimenez, and SS Tim Anderson this season, none of whom played 100 games last year.

Houston is coming off a World Series victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in 2022. The Astros will begin the season without 2B Jose Altuve after he suffered a fractured thumb in the World Baseball Classic and underwent surgery that will keep him sidelined for at least 2 months.

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White Sox at Astros projected starters

RHP Dylan Cease vs. LHP Framber Valdez

Cease went 14-8 in 32 starts during the 2022 season. He finished with a 2.20 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 11.1 K/9 in 184 IP.

  • Finished as the runner-up for the AL Cy Young award in 2022 behind former Astros RHP Justin Verlander (currently with the New York Mets)
  • Had at least 5 IP in all but 4 starts last season

Valdez produced a 17-6 record in 31 starts during the 2022 season, finishing with a 2.82 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 3.0 BB/9, and 8.7 K/9 in 201 1/3 IP/

  • Was 5th in the AL Cy Young voting in 2022
  • Registered the 5th most IP among pitchers last season

White Sox at Astros odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:20 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +123 (bet $100 to win $123) | Astros -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-180) | Astros -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7 (O: -125 | U: +102)

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White Sox at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 5, White Sox 3

Moneyline

HOUSTON (-140) is worth taking straight up at -150 odds or better as it looks to start the season strong after winning the World Series in 2022.

Run line/Against the spread

ASTROS -1.5 (+140) is the pick as they boast of the best lineups in baseball even with Altuve sidelined.

The White Sox are 10-22 in the last 32 meetings with the Astros, including losses of 16 and 10 runs in two games last season.

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Over/Under

While Cease and Valdez will be taking the mound on Thursday, OVER 7 (-125) is the lean but only because they likely won’t pitch their usual number of innings.

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Houston Astros at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Houston Astros at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Houston Astros (75-41) and the Chicago White Sox (59-56) meet in the opener of a 4-game set Monday at Guaranteed Rate Field. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Astros vs. White Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Astros lead 2-1

The first-place Astros steam in on a 4-game win streak, scoring at least 6 runs in each of the victories. This team has averaged 6.5 runs per game in the last 6 games overall.

The White Sox are playing better ball lately, sweeping the Detroit Tigers in 3 games last weekend at Guaranteed Rate Field. Chicago has won 7 of its last 8 home games.

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Astros at White Sox projected starters

RHP Jose Urquidy vs. RHP Johnny Cueto

Urquidy (11-4, 3.85 ERA) makes his 22nd start. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 7.1 K/9 in 119 1/3 IP.

  • In 11 road starts he’s 6-2 with a 4.83 ERA with 11 HR allowed in 59 2/3 IP
  • Has a 4.56 ERA in 75 IP in 13 night starts vs. a 2.64 ERA over 44 1/3 IP in 8 day outings

Cueto (4-5, 3.90 ERA) makes his 16th start and 17th overall appearance. He has a 1.23 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 6.0 K/9 in 102 IP.

  • Is 1-3 with a 3.71 ERA and .260 opponent batting average with just 28 K across 51 IP in 7 home starts and 1 relief appearance
  • Allowed just 2 H and 2 BB with 5 K in 7 scoreless IP in June 18  win in Houston

Astros at White Sox odds and lines

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

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Astros at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 5, White Sox 2

Money line

The ASTROS (-130) are the play despite the fact both teams come in hot. The White Sox (+105) also received a tremendous performance by Cueto in his first start this season against the Astros in Houston, so go lightly here. The better play is to take the run line at plus-money for less risk.

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Run line/Against the spread

The ASTROS -1.5 (+125) are not only on a 4-game win streak, but each of the victories have been by 2 or more runs. In fact, the average margin of victory is 4.3 runs per game. Of course, those wins were against subpar teams like the Oakland Athletics and Texas Rangers.

All 8 of Houston’s victories in the month of August have been by 2 or more runs, so if you like the Astros to win, you should like them to cover the run line.

Over/Under

The UNDER 8.5 (-112) has connected in 4 of the past 5 starts by Urquidy, and he has allowed 2 or fewer ER in 3 of the previous 4 outings.

The Under has come through in 2 of the past 3 starts by Cueto, and the Under is 7-4-1 in the past 12 games overall for Chicago.

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Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Texas Rangers (49-61) and the Houston Astros (71-41) meet in the finale of a 3-game set Thursday. First pitch from Minute Maid Park is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rangers vs. Astros odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Astros lead 9-4

The Rangers pulled off a stunning 8-4 extra-innings win in the middle game Wednesday. Texas cashed as a +280 underdog, while Houston star RHP Justin Verlander was unable to cruise to the easy win.

The Astros allowed 5 runs in the top of the 10th inning and managed to get just 1 back in the bottom. Under bettors couldn’t believe their luck after the teams combined for just 6 runs in the first 9 innings.

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Rangers at Astros projected starters

LHP Cole Ragans vs. LHP Framber Valdez

Ragans made 18 combined starts between Double-A Frisco and Triple-A Round Rock going 8-5 with a 3.04 ERA and 1.12 WHIP. He makes his 2nd MLB start here.

  • The southpaw allowed just 1 unearned run on 3 H and 4 BB with 3 K through 5 IP in a no-decision against the Chicago White Sox in his major league debut Aug. 4.

Valdez (10-4, 2.87 ERA) makes his 22nd start. He has a 1.15 WHIP, 3.2 BB/9 and 8.0 K/9 through 135 IP.

  • Has a 3-2 record with a 4.01 ERA with a .268 opponent batting average with 54 K across 49 1/3 IP in 8 home starts.
  • Is 1-0 with a 0.69 ERA with 12 K across 13 IP over 2 starts against the Rangers this season.

Rangers at Astros odds and lines

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  • Money line (ML): Rangers +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Astros -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +2.5 (-130) | Astros -2.5 (+105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: +100 | U: -125)

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Rangers at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 6, Rangers 3

Money line

The Astros (-320) were a cautionary tale Wednesday. NEVER bet huge favorites on the money line as they can come back to bite you. They can ruin a winning streak and dry up your bankroll in a hurry.

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Run line/Against the spread

The RANGERS +2.5 (-130) managed to pick up the outright win in a stunner Wednesday. Texas won’t win this one in a battle of southpaws, but it should be able to keep it within 2 runs in the series finale as it has through the first 2 games of the series.

Over/Under

The OVER 8.5 (+100) is the LEAN at even money. Valdez has actually been more giving at home than on the road, and the Over has connected in each of his past 3 outings, while going 6-3 in his previous 9 starts.

The Over has cashed in each of the first 2 games in this series, with 12 combined runs in each of the contests. The Over has hit in 3 in a row for Texas, too.

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