The Tampa Bay Rays (55-53) and Houston Astros (56-52) clash in the Friday opener of a 3-game set at Minute Maid Park. The opening contest will start at 8:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Rays vs. Blue Jays'odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; tied 3-3 in 2023
The Rays are 7-5 since the All-Star break and 3-1 over their last 4 games.'The Astros are continuing a 9-game homestand. Since June 3, Houston is a robust 16-7 at Minute Maid.
Rays at Astros projected starters
RHP Shane Baz vs. LHP Yusei Kikuchi