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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Boston Red Sox vs. Houston Astros, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, August 24th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Red Sox vs. Astros
The Red Sox take on the Astros on Thursday, August 24th 2023 at Minute Maid Park, Houston. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Boston Red Sox (67-60) vs. Houston Astros (72-56)
- Date: Thursday, August 24th 2023
- Time: 2:10 ET
- Venue: Minute Maid Park, Houston
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Boston Red Sox - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
At 67-60, the Boston Red Sox travel to take on the Houston Astros, ranked 4th in the AL East. In their 64 on the road, the Red Sox have a record of just 32-32.
Across their 127 games, Boston has been favored 63 times, yet their record against the runline is above .500. The team has an over/under record of 65-60, with an average betting line of 9.
Taking the mound for Boston is Brayan Bello. Heading into play, he has a mark of 9-7. Through 21 outings, Brayan Bello has an ERA sitting at 3.70. In his outings, opposing batters are hitting .256 against the right-hander. Brayan Bello has given up 17 home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .319. Bello's WHIP of 1.26 comes along with a total of 31 walks allowed.
Boston comes into this game with a strong offensive unit, averaging 4.9 runs per game, good for 8th in the MLB. The Red Sox have been able to drive in runs at an above average rate as their team batting average of .262 ranks 3rd in the league. In terms of home runs, Boston ranks 16th, with a total of 146 home runs. Boston's overall OBP of .328 is good for 6th in the league.
Houston Astros - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Houston Astros enter play ranked 2nd in the AL West, with an overall record of 72-56. When playing at Minute Maid Park, the Astros have played well, posting a record of 35-30.
In their 128 games, Houston has been favored in 92 of them and covered the runline in half, with a record of 64-64. The team has an over/under record of 65-60, with an average betting line of 8.
Houston starter J.P. France takes the mound with an overall record of 9-4. Coming into the game, J.P. France has been tough on opposing hitters, posting an era of just 2.75. Currently, opponents are batting just .243 against the right-hander. So far, France has given up 12 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .293. With a total of 31 walks, France has a WHIP of 1.21.
Houston comes into this game with a strong offensive unit, averaging 4.9 runs per game, good for 6th in the MLB. Heading into play, the Astros are the 9th-ranked unit in team batting average. Combined, the team is batting .253. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 167 home runs which is 8th. To date, Houston has the MLB's 8th best OBP at .326.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Red Sox vs. Astros
Heading into today's matchup between Houston and Boston, the Astros are the betting favorite at -129 on the moneyline. Houston's implied win probability sits at 56.33%. The MLB predictive model shows the Red Sox knocking off Houston in an upset win. It is recommended to take Boston on the moneyline with some positive odds.
Recommended Betting Pick: Red Sox Moneyline +109
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