Houston Astros
The Astros have had an outstanding campaign, currently sitting 1st in the NL West at 94-50. They enjoyed another sweep over Seattle last time out, winning by an incredible 21-1 scoreline. They’ve gone an impressive 55-17 at home this season, winning 7 of their last 10 contests overall. Zack Greinke will pitch here, going a solid 4-1 with a 3.86 ERA in 37 innings as an Astro.
Oakland A’s
The A’s are second in the AL West, also enjoying a solid record of 84-59. They’ve been a decent 36-32 on the road this season, going 7-3 in their last 10. Matt Chapman continues to lead the way offensively, putting up 32 home runs and 80 RBI on the season. The solid Mike Fiers will take the mound here, going 14-3 with a 3.51 ERA through 169 innings so far.
Prediction: Astros $1.60
While Fiers has been an outstanding pitcher this season, I still think Houston are set for another home win here. They are one of the best home sides in the league and Greinke has continued his excellence since the trade. They’ve got enough talent offensively to still put up runs here, which should ultimately make the difference.
Los Angeles Angels
The Angels have had a very disappointing campaign to date, sitting just 67-77 and 4th in the AL West. They’re only 35-34 at home this season, managing 3 wins in their last 10 overall. Mike Trout remains their only threat offensively, going off for 45 home runs and 104 RBI on the season. Patrick Sandoval will pitch here, going 0-2 with a 4.91 ERA through 25 innings.
Cleveland Indians
Cleveland have had a much better campaign, now 2nd in the AL Central at 83-61. They’ve been a stellar road side all season, going 40-32 away from home. 1st Baseman Carlos Santana has been excellent offensively, putting up 33 home runs and 86 RBI. Shane Bieber will pitch here, going a strong 13-7 with a 3.24 ERA through an astounding 188 innings.
Prediction: Indians $1.62
The Angels have practically nothing to play for, while Cleveland are right in the playoff mix. Bieber has been one of the best pitchers in the league this season and I expect him to stop a 1-man offence here. Sandoval has also struggled mightily in limited action and I can’t see that changing against a versatile Cleveland lineup.