With a little luck, the Houston Astros game today could see the American League West Division preseason favorite propel themselves into a tie for first place with the Texas Rangers. A slow start allowed the Rangers to climb above Houston and the defending World Series champions have spent the time since trying to climb back up the MLB standings.
The Milwaukee Brewers are tied for first place in a weak National League Central Division. If the Brewers can pick up a little bit of steam, there is potential for them to run away from the rest of the division. Milwaukee, however, has to show they have the potential to make sure a move.
When looking at Astros vs Brewers odds, this series will be an important measuring stick for each franchise.
Astros vs. Brewers Odds
Moneyline: MLB odds show that the Astros are a -132 favorite. The Brewers are +116 on the moneyline.
Over/Under: The over/under is set at 9.5 runs.
Houston Astros vs. Milwaukee Brewers Information
Houston Astros vs Milwaukee Brewers
Location of the game: American Family Field, Milwaukee, WI.
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 23. 5:40 PM.
How to watch: MLB.tv
Astros vs. Brewers Betting Preview
Anyone looking at Astros vs Brewers odds will see that Houston has been improving thanks to its strong pitching staff. The Astros are second in the MLB in runs allowed per nine innings at 3.55. Houston also only allows opposing teams to hit .235, which is fifth-best in the league.
What has hampered the Astros is that they are toward the middle of the league among MLB teams in many offensive categories. Houston is 23rd in power numbers, only hitting .97 home runs per game. People making MLB picks will also see that Milwaukee has struggled to produce good numbers on offense.
The Brewers ranks 2nd in the league by scoring 4.25 runs per nine innings. Milwaukee does have some pop in its bats, producing 1.23 home runs per game.
Starting Pitchers
France hopes to build on his foundation
MLB stats show that J.P. France has only made three appearances so far for Houston this season. France had a tough outing his last time out, only throwing 3.2 innings and allowing three home runs, six earned runs, and nine hits. J.P France has a 1-0 record and 4.11 ERA while striking out 10 batters in 15.1 innings of work.
Colin Rea seeks his first victory
Anyone making Milwaukee Brewers picks will see Rea has had a rough start to the season. He is 0-3 with a 5.52 ERA. In his last outing against the Kansas City Royals, Rea only lasted 4.2 innings and allowed six hits and four earned runs in what ended up being a Brewers’ win. Rea has only thrown more than five innings in two of his seven appearances.
Rea has had two games where he had five or more strikeouts.
Houston Astros vs. Milwaukee Brewers Picks and Predictions
This is one of the more fun MLB games on the schedule Tuesday night. Both teams have the potential to have big seasons and have been battling with another team at the top of the division that are likely to fade. Neither Milwaukee or Houston is throwing its best pitcher today, and that should improve the chances that, according to Astros vs Brewers odds that the number will go over the total.
Houston is a team that once it is fully heated up that many teams won’t want to see on its MLB schedule. The Astros weren’t playing their best baseball in April and have only recently rounded into form. However, this spot, Milwaukee may have a slight edge in pitching.
- After an embarrassing loss Monday night, the Brewers will be eager to bounce back.
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