The Cleveland Guardians (53-54), second in the AL Central, are set to face off against the Houston Astros (60-47), second in the AL West, in what promises to be an exciting game. The Astros are currently on a one-game winning streak, while the Guardians are looking to bounce back from a loss.
How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Guardians vs. Astros free pick and betting predictions below.
Guardians vs. Astros Odds
Moneyline: Astros -182.0 (BetRivers)/ Guardians +160.0 (DraftKings)
Total: 8.5
Game Info
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 1
Time: 8:10 PM ET
Location: Minute Maid Park, Houston
TV: SportsNet SW
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Astros Betting Trends
The Astros have been performing well at home, with a 29-25 record. They have also been strong when scoring at least five runs, boasting a 45-9 record in such games. The Astros are 6-4 in their last 10 games, outscoring opponents by four runs.
Guardians Betting Trends
The Guardians, on the other hand, have a 25-30 record in road games. They have a strong record when they have more hits than their opponents, with a 38-14 record in such games. The Guardians are 5-5 in their last 10 games, outscoring opponents by one run.
Guardians vs. Astros Predictions
The pitching matchup for this game features Gavin Williams of the Guardians and Framber Valdez of the Astros. Williams has a 1-2 record with a 3.35 ERA this season, while Valdez has an 8-7 record with a 3.29 ERA. Both pitchers have been in good form, which could make for a low-scoring game.
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On the offensive side, the Astros have been led by Kyle Tucker, who has 18 home runs, 51 walks, and 72 RBI while hitting .301. The Guardians’ top performer has been Jose Ramirez, who leads the team with 48 extra-base hits.
Guardians vs. Astros Picks
Given the Astros’ strong home record and the Guardians’ struggles on the road, the Astros are the favorites in this matchup. However, with both teams having strong pitchers on the mound, the under on the total could also be a good bet.
The Pick: Under 8.5 total runs | -110 at BetRivers