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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Houston Astros vs. Tampa Bay Rays, 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 Monday, April 24th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Astros vs. Rays
The Astros take on the Rays on Monday, April 24th 2023 at Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Houston Astros (12-10) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (19-3)
- Date: Monday, April 24th 2023
- Time: 6:40 ET
- Venue: Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg
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The Houston Astros enter play ranked 2nd in the AL West, with an overall record of 12-10. When playing away from home, the Astros have played well posting a record of 6-3.
Having been favored in 68.2% of their games, Houston has an above .500 record against the runline at 13-9. The team has an over/under record of 14-7, with an average betting line of 8.
Astros starter José Urquidy comes into the game with a record of just 1-1. José Urquidy boasts an ERA of 3.66. His batting average allowed of .295 is high compared to other pitchers. José Urquidy has given up four home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .360. Urquidy has a WHIP of 1.52, with seven walks allowed.
Houston enters play averaging 5.1 runs per game, placing them 6th in the MLB. The Astros have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .255 ranks 8th. In terms of home runs, Houston ranks 20th, with a total of 22 home runs. Houston's offense has done a good job getting on base, ranking 7th with an OBP of .333.
Tampa Bay Rays - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Tampa Bay hosts the Astros with an overall record of 19-3, placing them 1st in the AL East. Through 13 home contests, the Rays come in with a mark of 13-0.
Tampa Bay currently has an above .500 record against the runline (16-6). So far, they have been favored in 21 of their 22 games. The team has an over/under record of 12-7, with an average betting line of 8.
Making the start for Tampa Bay is Taj Bradley, with a record of 2-0. So far, Taj Bradley has put together an outstanding ERA of 2.61. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .211. When looking at how opposing batters are faring in the power department, Taj Bradley has a WOBA allowed of .233 and has yet to be tagged for a home run. With a total of two walks, Bradley has a WHIP of .97.
On offense, Tampa Bay will look to continue their strong play, as they rank 1st in runs scored, averaging 6.8 runs per game. Heading into play, the Rays are the 1st-ranked unit in team batting average. Combined, the team is batting .282. The team's lineup is also hitting for power at an above average rate, with 48 home runs (1st). Tampa Bay's overall OBP of .355 is good for 1st in the league.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Astros vs. Rays
Heading into today's matchup between Tampa Bay and Houston, the Rays are the betting favorite at -153 on the moneyline. Tampa Bay's implied win probability sits at 60.47%. The MLB predictive model shows Tampa Bay pulling out a close win over the Astros. It is recommended to take the Rays Moneyline on the moneyline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Rays Moneyline
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