On Thursday, a series opener is on the schedule, with the Baltimore Orioles (77-71) hosting the Houston Astros (99-51) at 7:05 PM ET.
The Orioles (+175 underdog moneyline odds) play at home against the Astros (-207). The Houston Astros will give the start to Justin Verlander (17-3, 1.78 ERA), who is looking for win No. 18 on the season, and the Orioles will counter with Kyle Bradish (3-7, 5.05 ERA).
The Astros won their last game against the Rays yesterday by a 5-2 score. Martin Maldonado went 3-for-4 with a home run and an RBI to lead them offensively. Lance McCullers Jr. picked up the win on the strength of seven innings, giving up two earned runs on six hits while striking out eight.
Yesterday, the Orioles defeated the Tigers 8-1. Jordan Lyles was the winning pitcher after throwing nine innings, giving up one earned run on three hits while striking out six. Kyle Stowers led the Orioles’ offense, going 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI.