MLB
Seattle Mariners @ Houston Astros - September 25, 2024
September 25, 2024, 9:10am EDT
TSG A.I. Picks
2:10pm EDT, Wednesday | Spread | Moneyline | Over/Under |
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Houston Astros | -1.5 +139 | -147 | O 8 -102 |
Seattle Mariners | +1.5 -172 | +124 | U 8 -125 |
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Houston Astros
-1.5
+139
Seattle Mariners
+1.5
-172
Moneyline
Houston Astros
-147
Seattle Mariners
+124
Over/Under
Over 8
-102
Under 8
-125
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Houston Astros
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Houston Astros
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As a former sports statistician, I always look forward to the insights that data can provide as we approach another exciting matchup in Major League Baseball. Tonight, the Seattle Mariners will face off against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park, and there’s plenty to unpack.
The starting pitchers for this contest are George Kirby for the Mariners and Yusei Kikuchi for the Astros. Kirby comes into this game with a record of 13-11 and an ERA of 3.6. He has been solid on the mound but does have some inconsistencies that may be exploited by a potent Astros lineup. On the other hand, Kikuchi holds a 9-9 record with an ERA of 3.8 and has shown flashes of brilliance throughout his season, particularly at home where he tends to perform better than on the road.
When we look at their respective batting stats per game, it becomes evident why oddsmakers opened with Houston as -147 favorites. The Astros average 4.6 runs per game compared to Seattle’s 4.1 runs—an advantage that could prove crucial in close games like these. Additionally, Houston boasts a batting average of .258 along with a robust on-base percentage (OBP) of about 72.9%. In contrast, Seattle struggles offensively with a batting average of just .218 and an OBP around 67%, which is significantly lower than their opponents.
Looking back at their recent performances provides further context: The Astros have won nine out of their last thirteen games while also being strong at home with five wins in their last seven appearances there. Conversely, Seattle has shown signs of life lately but remains inconsistent; they’ve managed to win four out of their last six games overall.
In terms of totals betting, I predict we’ll see more than eight runs scored tonight based on both teams’ offensive capabilities and recent trends—especially considering that nine out of Houston’s last thirteen home games have gone over the total line set for this one.
Given these factors—the pitching matchups favoring Houston slightly due to Kikuchi’s home performance combined with Seattle’s offensive woes—I expect the Astros will take this game against the Mariners tonight.
To summarize my predictions: I’m forecasting a victory for Houston while anticipating that we’ll see an over on tonight’s total score as both teams vie for crucial late-season momentum amidst playoff aspirations—or lack thereof—for each franchise.
With all these numbers swirling around in my head, it’s clear: baseball is not just about what happens on the field; it’s about how those events stack up statistically over time—and that’s where my love for numbers meets my passion for America’s pastime!
Houston Astros vs Seattle Mariners Live Odds & Betting History
Betting odds provided by BetUS
Wager Type | Houston Astros | Seattle Mariners |
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Spread | -1.5 (+139) | +1.5 (-172) |
Moneyline | -147 | +124 |
Total | Under 8 (-125) | Over 8 (-102) |
Team Data | Houston Astros | Seattle Mariners |
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Runs | 4.65 | 4.13 |
Hits | 9.06 | 7.33 |
Runs Batted In | 4.42 | 3.92 |
Batting Average | 0.258 | 0.218 |
On-Base Slugging | 72.90% | 67.04% |
Walks | 2.78 | 3.54 |
Strikeouts | 9.17 | 8.71 |
Earned Run Average | 3.84 | 3.60 |