Predictions for Astros vs. Angels: Score Projection, Over/Under Pick & Odds – Sept. 14
Saturday’s contest at Angel Stadium of Anaheim has the Houston Astros (79-68) going head to head against the Los Angeles Angels (60-87) at 9:38 p.m. ET (on Sept. 14). Our computer prediction projects a narrow 5-4 win for the Astros, so expect a competitive matchup.
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Astros vs. Angels Matchup Info
- When: Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 9:38 p.m. ET
- Where: Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, California
- How to Watch on TV: BSW
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Astros vs. Angels Predictions
- Score Prediction: Astros 5, Angels 4
- Total Prediction: Over 8.5 runs
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Astros vs. Angels Betting Lines
| Favorite | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astros | -180 | +150 | 8.5 | -118 | -102 |
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Astros Betting Insights
- Houston has been the favorite in 107 games this season, and has come away with the win 60 times (56.1%) in those contests.
- This year, the Astros have won 21 of 30 games when listed as at least -180 or better on the moneyline.
- Contests involving Houston have gone over the total set by bookmakers in 60 of 147 chances this season.
- The Astros had a 9-6 record in the 15 games they were favored on the moneyline over their last 15 matchups.
- Over its past 15 matchups (all had set totals), Houston combined with its opponents to hit the over on the total eight times.
Angels Betting Insights
- Los Angeles has compiled a 53-69 record in games it was listed as the moneyline underdog (winning 43.4% of those games).
- The Angels are 11-24 (winning only 31.4% of their games) when they have played as a moneyline underdog of +150 or longer.
- In the 146 games bookmakers have set an over/under for Los Angeles, it has combined with opponents to go over the total 68 times (68-71-7).
- In 15 games as underdogs in their past 15 matchups, the Angels had a record of 6-9.
- In its past 15 games with a total, Los Angeles and its opponents have combined to hit the over seven times.
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Astros vs. Angels Probable Pitchers
Astros’ Starting Pitcher: Justin Verlander
- The 41-year-old has an ERA of 5.30 and 7.6 strikeouts per nine innings, with a batting average against of .270 in 14 games this season.
- Justin Verlander’s team has won 30% of his starts when they are favored on the moneyline (3-7).
- In games Verlander has started, his team is 4-10.
- In games Verlander has started this season, the teams are 6-7-1 at hitting the over.
Angels’ Starting Pitcher: Tyler Anderson
- Over 28 games this season, the 34-year-old has amassed a 3.50 ERA and 7.1 strikeouts per nine innings, while allowing a batting average of .222 to opposing hitters.
- The Angels have a 13-11 record in Anderson’s 24 starts this season when they were the underdog on the moneyline.
- Anderson’s team has won 14 of his 28 starts.
- Anderson’s starts hit the over on the run total 14 times in 28 games with a set total this season.
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Astros’ 2024 Performance
| Split | Record |
|---|---|
| Overall | 79-68 |
| Home | 42-32 |
| Road | 37-36 |
| One-Run Games | 15-26 |
| Scoring 5+ Runs | 60-9 |
Angels’ 2024 Performance
| Split | Record |
|---|---|
| Overall | 60-87 |
| Home | 30-43 |
| Road | 30-44 |
| One-Run Games | 20-23 |
| Scoring 5+ Runs | 41-16 |
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