Clevaland Invade Houston: Get The Guardians vs Astros Prediction For Today
The Cleveland Guardians (20-10) travel to Minute Maid Park in Houston to take on the surprising underdog Houston Astros (10-20) in an American League clash at 8:10 PM ET! Despite their losing record, the Astros are favored (-133) at home. Can the hot-hitting Guardians overcome the odds and upset the AL West leaders, or will Spencer Arrighetti lead the Astros to victory? Get our Guardians vs Astros prediction to see who emerges victorious in this intriguing matchup!
Guardians vs Astros Prediction Odds
| BET | Cleveland Guardians (CLE) | Houston Astros (HOU) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +112 | -133 |
| Run Line | +1.5 | -1.5 |
| Total | Over 9.5 | Under 9.5 |
Guardians vs Astros Betting Prediction
Cleveland secured a narrow 3-2 road victory over Houston, maintaining their edge despite only out-hitting the Astros by one. Entering the game as +154 underdogs, the Guardians saw Triston McKenzie deliver a strong seven-inning performance, yielding just two hits and two runs while striking out six, enhancing their MLB player stats. Emmanuel Clase sealed the win, countering Justin Verlander’s equally solid outing of two earned runs over seven innings. Will Brennan and Steven Kwan bolstered the Guardians’ offense with two hits and a run each, while David Fry also added two hits. Also, Kyle Tucker highlighted Houston’s effort with the game’s sole homer.
Cleveland Guardians
Logan Allen is set to start for Cleveland against the Astros today, bringing a 3-1 record and a 5.46 ERA from his six starts this season. He’s allowed six homers and holds a WHIP of 1.40, with opponents hitting .264 against him. Allen’s standout performance was against the Athletics on April 20th, where he lasted 5 1/3 innings and surrendered three earned runs. However, his last outing resulted in a loss after giving up four earned runs in just 4 2/3 innings against the Braves.
Meanwhile, Cleveland’s offense has been robust, averaging 5.2 runs per game, which places them 5th in the league. Key contributors include Steven Kwan, who is hitting .360 and has a .417 average over his last six games, José Ramírez with 24 RBIs, and Josh Naylor, who leads with 7 home runs. With Kwan riding a 7-game hitting streak, the Guardians are maximizing their lineup’s potential. Their consistent performance sets the stage for an exciting game, framed by MLB betting lines that highlight the unpredictability and excitement of the series, making the Guardians vs Astros prediction a much-anticipated aspect of today’s sports betting landscape.
Houston Astros
Spencer Arrighetti is gearing up for his third start of the season, aiming for his first win after a challenging start with the Astros. Despite losing both of his initial games against the Royals and Cubs and conceding 13 runs over 7 2/3 innings, Arrighetti is preparing to turn things around. His early performances were marked by surrendering a pair of home runs in each outing, highlighting the need for adjustments.
On the offensive side, the Astros are performing solidly with an average of 4.5 runs per game, slightly below average yet strong at home with 4.9 runs per game. Ranking 9th in home game performance and 5th in home runs with 36 on the recently MLB teams stats, their batting lineup is formidable. With a .263 average, the third-best in the league, and the lowest strikeouts rate, Houston’s batting strength is evident. Key players like Jose Altuve, Kyle Tucker—who is on a seven-game hitting streak—and Yordan Alvarez are crucial to their success.
Betting Picks
- OU Over 9.5 -107
- ML: Astros -133
- ATS: Guardians +1.5
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Game Information
- Game: Cleveland Guardians vs. Houston Astros
- Venue: Minute Maid Park, Houston
- Date: May 2| 8:10 ET
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