Get ready for an exciting game as the Houston Astros take on the Pittsburgh Pirates today at 12:35 PM EDT. The Astros are currently the favorites, with odds of -165, while the Pirates are the underdogs, with odds of +146. The game’s run total is set at 9.0, and the Astros are -1.5 on the run line at odds of -110, while the Pirates are +1.5 at odds of -110.
Pitching Matchup
This game’s pitching matchup is set to be Jose Urquidy for the Astros and Rich Hill for the Pirates. Both pitchers have had a decent season so far, with Urquidy having an ERA of 3.22 and Hill having an ERA of 3.57. It will be interesting to see which pitcher comes out on top in this game.
Previous Game
These two teams played against each other just yesterday, with the Pirates beating the Astros by a score of 7-4. In that game, the Pirates were the underdogs with odds of +147. The game’s total was set at 8.0 and went over by 3.0 runs. This win may have given the Pirates the confidence they need to take on the Astros once again.
Win Trends
Looking at the win trend, the Astros haven’t had the best record in their last 10 games, with only 4 wins under their belt. In contrast, the Pirates have won 6 of their last 10 games. This could be an indication of the Pirates’ strong performance in the upcoming game.
Totals Trends
One thing to consider when betting on this game is the total trend of the teams. The Astros have had a game total that has gone over in 8 of their last 10 games, which could be an indication of their offense’s strength. On the other hand, the Pirates have had a game total that has stayed under in 5 of their last 10 games while going over in 5 of their last 10 games.
Our Pick
Our expert tipster, Samuel, is tailing hot for this game, and he is taking the Houston Astros with odds of -165. If you want more betting tips for this matchup, download the Shark Book app for free. It’s a handicapper’s best friend, and it will provide you with expert predictions to help you make the right bets. So, what are you waiting for? Download the app now, and start winning big!