Angels at Astros 9/22/19 - MLB Picks & Predictions

By: Adam |

Last Updated: 09/21/2019 at 8:44 PM ET

The Los Angeles Angels are set to visit Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas for an American League West clash against the Houston Astros. The Los Angeles Angels come into this matchup with a 69-85 record, and they will be looking to rebound after dropping a recent road game against the Houston Astros, 6-4. Jose Barria received the starting nod for the Los Angeles Angels, and he struggled as he gave up 6 earned runs in 2.2 innings. Kevan Smith had a solid game from the plate for the Los Angeles Angels as he went 3 for 4 with 1 HR and 2 RBIs.

The Los Angeles Angels are set to start Jose Rodriguez (0-0, 1.84 ERA) who had success in his latest appearance as he went 3 scoreless innings while giving up 1 hit against the New York Yankees. Jose Rodriguez has never recorded a start against the Houston Astros as this will be his first career start.

The Houston Astros come into this matchup with a 101-53 record, and they will be looking to continue their success after winning a recent home game against the Los Angeles Angels, 6-. Zack Greinke received the starting nod for the Houston Astros, and he struggled as he gave up 4 earned runs in 5 innings. Carlos Correa had a big game from the plate for the Houston Astros as he went 2 for 4 with 2 HRs and 3 RBIs.

The Houston Astros are set to start Justin Verlander (19-6, 2.50 ERA) who had success in his latest start as he went 6 scoreless innings while striking out 8 batters against the Texas Rangers. Justin Verlander struggled in his 2 starts against the Los Angeles Angels during the 2019 season as he is posting a 5.40 ERA.

The Houston Astros have dominated the Los Angles Angels as of recent, especially when Justin Verlander is on the mound as they have won 8 of their last 10 meetings. The Los Angeles Angels have been a mess as of recent as they have dropped 8 of their last 10 games, and a huge reason for that is the absence of arguably the MVP in Mike Trout. The Astros will be throwing one of the best pitchers in the MLB as Justin Verlander has been dominant this season with a 19-6 record and a 2.50 ERA. The Astros are finally returning to full strength as they returned Carlos Correa, and he proved his worth as a hitter with 2 HRs in the series opener. Final Score Prediction, Houston Astros win 7-1.

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