Angels vs. Astros Prediction
Chase Silseth will oppose Jose Urquidy in Sunday’s pitching matchup when the Astros host the Angels at 2:10 p.m. ET. With the Astros listed as home favorites and the total sitting at 9 runs, what’s the smart bet today in Houston?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
963 Los Angeles Angels (+124) at 964 Houston Astros (-148); o/u 9
2:10 p.m. ET, Sunday, August 13, 2023
Minute Maid Park, Houston, TX
Angels vs. Astros Public Betting Information
As of this writing, our MLB Public Betting Page shows that 68% of bets are on the Astros’ moneyline. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided so that you’re getting the most updated information.
Los Angeles Angels DFS SPIN
Mickey Moniak went hitless in a third straight game Saturday, finishing 0-for-4 against the Astros. Moniak is 7-for-51 with an ugly 25/2 K/BB ratio in his last 13 games (and one of the walks was intentional). He still has a fine .842 OPS for the season, but if this keeps up, he’s going to lose a fair amount of playing time after Mike Trout returns.
Houston Astros DFS SPIN
Kyle Tucker went 3-for-4 with a three-run homer and four RBI in the Astros’ 11-3 annihilation of the Angels on Saturday. Tucker has three homers and 11 RBI in his last five games, and he’s now tied for third in the majors with 88 RBI on the season. We can’t wait to hear how the Astros disparage his performance next time arbitration comes around.
Angels vs. Astros MLB Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 5 of LA Angels’ last 5 games when playing Houston
The total has gone OVER in 4 of LA Angels’ last 5 games when playing on the road against Houston
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Houston’s last 5 games when playing LA Angels
Houston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Angels vs. Astros MLB BETTING PREDICTION
Silseth has been excellent over his last three starts (17 2/3 innings). He’s 2-0 over that span, posting a 13.25 strikeout rate and a 2.04 ERA. While that ERA is unsustainable, his 3.77 FIP and 2.04 xFIP are indications that his performance isn’t a fluke. As for Urquidy, he will be making his second start since his return from a three-month stint on the injured list with right shoulder discomfort. He allowed five runs on three hits and three walks with one strikeout over 3 1/3 innings against the Yankees last Sunday. While Urquidy could turn things around quickly, the bottom line is that Silseth gives the Angels an edge. I’m backing the Halos to pull off the upset today at Minute Maid Park.
MLB BETTING PREDICTION: LOS ANGELES ANGELS +124