Los Angeles Angels (58-58) vs Houston Astros (66-50)
Los Angeles Angels vs Houston Astros 8/12/2023 – After making multiple trade deadline additions, the Angels are still running for a Wild Card place, but if they want to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2014, they’ll need to play with more consistency. If they can’t, they risk losing this offseason’s top talent in the sport to free agency. LA hits .254 (11th), scores 4.89 runs per game, and has a fifth-place .772 OPS. In 2023, it ranked third in home runs with 174 and 27th in base steals with 56. The Halos’ pitching staff ranks 20th overall with a 4.43 ERA, 21st with a 1.36 WHIP, and 17th with 37 quality starts. For expert major league baseball picks, stay tuned to analysis.
The Rangers are only 2.5 games ahead of Houston in the AL West division standings. Will it defeat its competitor before the summer is done to win another World Series? The Astros rank 10th in run average (4.80), 17th in average (.249), and 15th in OPS (.736). They are ninth this year in both base stealers with 87 and home runs with 150. With 53 quality starts, the H-Town pitching staff ranks fifth with a 3.81 ERA and fifteenth with a 1.28 WHIP.
Angels vs. Astros Game Info
| When: | August 12, 2023 7:15 PM ET |
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| Where: | Minute Maid Park, TX |
| TV: | SportsNet Southwest |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Tyler Anderson (5-3, 4.92 ERA) vs .P. France (8-3, 2.75 ERA)
On Saturday night, Anderson will get the game going for the guests. The seasoned Southpaw’s last outing against Seattle lasted five innings, resulting in a no-decision after he allowed two hits and two runs. He restricted the ‘Stros to one run in his most recent start against Houston on July 16, but he only lasted three frames. In seven of his last eight starts, Anderson, who has an 86:44 K: BB ratio in 2023, gave up three runs or less.
For the encounter on Saturday, France is expected to start. Six of his past seven starts and four straight victories for the rookie right-hander. He went up against the Angels twice this season, giving up one run in seven innings on June 4 and four runs (two earned) in 4.1 innings on July 14. This year, France has a 68:29 K: BB ratio.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Houston Astros -175, Total Odds: 9.5
The LA Angels are 0-5 SU in their last 5 matches against an opponent in the American League. The total went OVER in 13 of LA Angels’ last 19 matches played on a Saturday. The Houston Astros are 5-1 SU in their last 6 matches when playing at home against the LA Angels. The total went UNDER in 4 of Houston’s last 6 matches played on a Saturday.
Los Angeles Angels Betting Trends
The LA Angels are 2-8 SU in their last 10 matches. The LA Angels are 2-8 SU in their last 10 matches against Houston. The total went UNDER in 5 of the LA Angels’ last 7 matches on the road. The LA Angels are 1-5 SU in their last 6 matches when playing on the road against Houston.
Houston Astros Betting Trends
The Houston Astros are 4-1 SU in their last 5 matches. The total went OVER in 6 of Houston’s last 7 matches against the LA Angels. The Houston Astros are 5-1 SU in their last 6 matches at home.
Los Angeles Angels vs Houston Astros 8/12/2023 Betting Picks
While Houston is 35-47 RL as the favorite, including 21-28 RL as home favorites, Anaheim has a 32-22 run line record as the underdog. At odds of -125, I’m wagering on the run line for the Angels. It is preferable for LA to be covered as road underdogs because they slash .267 BA/.339 OBP/.442 SLG/.782 OPS away from Angel Stadium and must contend in every game to stand a chance of making the postseason.
The visitors will remain competitive thanks to Anderson, who pitched in seven of his previous eight games with three runs or fewer allowed. Although there’s a chance LA might win straight up despite being a sizable moneyline underdog, my winning prediction is the LA RL. France was too reliable for the ‘Stros to anticipate a dismal performance at home against a team he held to three earned runs in two contests this season. For expert sports cappers, stay tuned to analysis.
Free Pick and Prediction: Los Angeles Angels will win 7-4.