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Don Shapiro
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Before you bet the Houston Astros, make sure you check out the latest odds and trends here from Gambling911.com.
Astros Team Preview (May 8, 2021)
- The Astros were hovering just above the .500 mark at 17-5.
- The Astros offense is third in MLB, averaging 5.0 runs per game and a .259 team batting average.
- Yuli Gurriel has been the all-around best hitter for Houston batting .342.
- The Astros bullpen is 20th in MLB with a 4.25 ERA.
Astros Starting Pitchers (May 8, 2021)
- The Astros pitching staff is 10th in MLB with a 3.79 ERA as a team.
- May 8 - Cristian Javier (3-0, 1.75) - Cristian Javier surrendered three runs on four hits over five innings on Sunday in a no-decision against the Rays. Javier carried an impressive 17-inning scoreless streak into this one. He has been outstanding since rejoining the Astros.
- May 9 - Zack Greinke (2-1, 3.76) - Zack Greinke lasted just four innings Tuesday versus the Yankees, getting charged with three runs in a no-decision. He previously allowed four runs on four hits and two walks with five strikeouts over four innings on Wednesday in a no-decision against the Mariners. Greinke is hot for a win Sunday.
- May 10 - Luis Garcia (0-3, 3.28) - Luis Garcia allowed three runs in 4 2/3 innings Wednesday in a no-decision against the Yankees. Garcia surrendered two runs over 5 2/3 innings in a loss to the Rockies previous to this game. Garcia is pitching decent but is yet to get the win this season, making the Astros a hot option for a win Monday.
Astros Series Trends (May 8, 2021)
- Astros are 13-6 versus Blue Jays (May 7-9)
- OVER is 15-3 in the last 18 games versus the Angels (May 10-12)
- Astros @ Rangers NA (May 13-16)
- Don Shapiro, Gambling911.com
