The Philadelphia Phillies (87-74) will face the Houston Astros (105-56) to close out both teams’ regular-season schedules Wednesday. First pitch from Minute Maid Park is at 4:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Phillies vs. Astros odds with MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: tied 1-1
The Phillies were defeated by the Astros 10-0 Tuesday as LHP Ranger Suarez allowed 6 ER in only 3 IP. Philadelphia has the No. 3 wild-card spot in the NL despite the lopsided loss, ending a 10-year drought of not making the playoffs.
The Astros got a stellar performance from RHP Justin Verlander in his final start of the season Tuesday as he pitched 5-scoreless innings with 10 K. Houston owns the No. 1 seed in the AL, so they have a 1st-round bye in the postseason.