With the last week of September just around the corner, so is the quest for the World Series championship in Major League Baseball and so settling the score with the Seattle Mariners (80-76) and the Houston Astros (85-71) becomes necessary. Set to be played on Monday night at Minute Maid Park, the importance of this match even goes beyond the standings since it provides good opportunities for gambling on MLB free picks. With playoffs slowly fading away from sight, the Mariners must fend off the Astros, who are ready to deepen their hold over postseason positions.
Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros Prediction 9/23/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Monday, September 23, 2024, at 8:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Minute Maid Park |
| Watch: | RSNW, SCHN, ESPN+, MLB.TV |
| Mariners odds: | +135 |
| Astros odds: | -160 |
| Total Line: | 7.5 |
Seattle Mariners (80-76) vs. Houston Astros (85-71)
The Seattle Mariners are a more reliable team in the closing phases, as demonstrated recently against tougher teams. They have recently beaten the Rangers, Yankees, Cardinals, and Giants. These wins were all against good teams. Such impressive offensive displays are subject to execution. However, there would be a stress on their credibility when they enter the fortress of the Astros’ enclosure, Minute Maid Park.
| Seattle Mariners Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 22, 2024 | TEX | 5-6 | L |
| Sep 21, 2024 | TEX | 8-4 | W |
| Sep 20, 2024 | TEX | 8-2 | W |
| Sep 19, 2024 | NYY | 3-2 | W |
| Sep 18, 2024 | NYY | 1-2 | L |
On the other side, the Houston Astros have shown great form as they have achieved an 8-3 record in their last eleven outings. They did have a few setbacks, including getting beaten in a series against the Los Angeles Angels and then going head-to-head with the Philadelphia Phillies and dropping two games narrowly at 3-2 and 5-0. Nevertheless, they managed to batter the Phillies in the third game with a 10-0 scoreline. Their quickness to respond with violent offensive displays as in their recent 10-4 and 9-7 wins, demonstrate that the offense is explosive enough to change the course of the games.
| Houston Astros Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 22, 2024 | LAA | 8-9 | L |
| Sep 21, 2024 | LAA | 10-4 | W |
| Sep 20, 2024 | LAA | 9-7 | W |
| Sep 19, 2024 | LAA | 3-1 | W |
| Sep 18, 2024 | SD | 0-4 | L |
Bryce Miller (11-8, 3.06 ERA) vs. Hunter Brown (11-8, 3.57 ERA)
This season, Bryce Miller of the Seattle Mariners has emerged as a true gem worthy of praise with a remarkable 3.06 ERA and a WHIP lower than 1.00. It’s been impressive for him not only to strike out batters but also to keep the number of hits and walks low, particularly during the grand slams, which makes him dangerous on the mound. As for the Astros’ team, it will be imperative to address their pitching mistakes because they will lean toward Miller’s precision and control.
On the other hand, Hunter Brown for the Astros also has an 11 – 8 record, but Bron isn’t that impressive as his ERA is a touch higher at 3.57. It’s mainly because, although he still pitched some dominant games with a load of strikeouts, as the season went by, it became too much of hit and walks to batters, unlike Miller. The post provided an assessment of what brown will face dealing with the Mariners players who bashed in the last inning to give the Mariners a potential comeback.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Houston Astros -160, Total Odds: 7.5
The betting prospects of this game are rather exciting. The Mariners are undemanded at +135 because it is a tough scenario being a road game, whereas the Astros are given reasonable consideration as the favorites at -160. The total over 7.5 indicates that there are high expectations of scoring in both teams, considering how the two have been scoring lately.
Seattle Mariners Betting Trends
Looking at the recent form of Seattle, there is a trend of the team improving and going over the set expectations, particularly in away matches. The team is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games played in Houston which is a key figure for all the bettors. The team has been able to push the total over the wager time and time again due to their ability to hit runs when it is crucial; hence, taking the over 7.5 is appealing.
Houston Astros Betting Trends
While the Astros have been a force at almost all times, they have had their weaknesses in some games at home against Seattle. Nonetheless, the 7-1 straight-up record of their last 8 games against American League teams shows that they are capable of coming back. Game players must note that Houston is particularly good at bouncing back from defeats, especially since Brown will be starting.
Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros 9/23/24 Betting Picks
With respect to both the Mariners and the Astros, the Mariners seem to be the team for those who love to take risks while gambling. Their fighting spirit as well as the current state of affairs up and on a winning streak, propels the fact that this could be an upset, hence making the Moneyline of +135 worth it for value seekers. However, it could also be more prudent to focus on total bets considering how well the Astros play at home and the over is prevalent in their matches.
Considering how evenly balanced the two teams are, as well as their respective pitchers, it is likely that the match will be quite close, probably going slightly above the total. Prop bets may interest bettors, and where ‘total strikeouts by Hunter Brown’ would fit given the form of the said player this season. Even Exclusive premium handicappers recommend looking for similar player specific bets to get more edge on this very competitive sporting event.