Arizona (79-62) at Houston (75-65)
- When: Sep 6 2024, 8:10 PM
- Where: Minute Maid Park, Houston
- Where to watch: SCHN
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Arizona Diamondbacks @ Houston Astros
Moneyline
Arizona Diamondbacks +144
Houston Astros -175
Arizona Diamondbacks @ Houston Astros
Runline
Arizona Diamondbacks 1.5 (-150)
Houston Astros -1.5 (+130)
Arizona Diamondbacks @ Houston Astros
Total
Over 8.0 (-105)
Under 8.0 (-115)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Probable Pitchers:
Arizona: Brandon Pfaadt (9-7, 4.32)
Houston: Framber Valdez (13-6, 3.11)
Team Stats
| Diamondbacks | Astros | |
| 79-62 | Record | 75-65 |
| 40-31 | Away & Home | 36-36 |
| 4-6 | Last 10 | 5-5 |
| L1 | Streak | L3 |
Game Preview
Following a strong four-game sweep against the Kansas City Royals, the Astros’ recent road trip to Cincinnati halted their momentum, leaving them to face a challenging return home. Houston (75-65), sitting comfortably atop the American League West with a six-game lead, now preps for a vital three-game series starting Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks (79-62). This homestand marks a crucial stretch as the Astros look to secure a favorable postseason position while keeping the Seattle Mariners at bay.
Astros manager Joe Espada expressed a need to quickly regroup after a disheartening 1-0 defeat to the Reds concluded their winless journey. With the return of All-Star right fielder Kyle Tucker potentially on the horizon, the Astros are eager to bolster their lineup. Tucker, sidelined since June 3 with a shin fracture, could provide a much-needed lift to Houston’s struggling outfield.
Houston’s batters, who went 5-for-23 with runners in scoring position against Cincinnati, are under pressure to capitalize on scoring opportunities, a sentiment echoed by Espada. With critical games ahead, executing in key moments will be paramount.
Framber Valdez (13-6, 3.11 ERA) is slated to start Friday for Houston. Despite his recent no-decision outings, Valdez aims to recapture his mid-season form where he notched eight wins in 10 starts. His only encounter with the Diamondbacks was a modest three-inning stint in 2022, where he yielded one run.
Opposing him will be Diamondbacks’ right-hander Brandon Pfaadt (9-7, 4.32 ERA), who is riding a wave of success with six wins in his last nine starts, despite a fluctuating ERA. This game will mark Pfaadt’s first against the Astros, adding an element of unpredictability to the matchup.
Arizona, despite a recent loss to the Giants, has maintained strong form, winning 12 of their last 15 series. As they aim for their first successful road record since 1999, the Diamondbacks continue to demonstrate resilience and competitive spirit away from home.
MLB Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Houston 4-2
Expert Pick: Houston -175 & Under 8 (-115)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $294
- MLB Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
