Houston Astros vs. LA Angels Prediction, Odds and Player Props for Saturday Night Baseball (June 8)

June 2, 2024; Houston, Texas, United States; Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown (58) is greeted by catcher Victor Caratini (17) after an out during the game against the Minnesota Twins at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports

• The Astros (28-35) visit the Angels (24-39) in the second game of a three-game series at Angel Stadium tonight.
• Hunter Brown (1-5, 6.18 ERA) starts for Houston against the Angels’ Tyler Anderson (5-5, 2.37 ERA)
• Read on for betting picks and predictions as AL West rivals clash in Anaheim

The Houston Astros (-165) visit Angel Stadium in Anaheim to take on the Los Angeles Angels (+140) on Saturday, June 8, 2024. First pitch is scheduled for 10:07 p.m. EDT in Anaheim, Calif., and the match will be televised. on SCHN, BSW and MLBN.

The Astros are -1.5 (+100) on the run line, while the Angels are +1.5 (-120). The over/under for total points scored in the game is set at 8.5, the over at -105, and the under at -115.

Let’s dive into our Astros vs Angels prediction by analyzing the Saturday night MLB odds and the best props to bet on.

Houston Astros vs Los Angeles Angels Prediction

The Astros dominated the Angels in the series opener Friday night, winning 7-1. Houston will look to maintain its momentum and secure the series victory on Saturday.

Houston sends Hunter Brown to the mound, who is 1-5 with a 6.18 ERA this season. Although his overall numbers are mediocre, Brown has pitched better as of late, making three straight quality starts. In his last outing against the Angels, on May 22, he allowed just two runs over six innings in an unlucky 2-1 loss.

The Angels counter with left-hander Tyler Anderson, who sports an excellent 2.37 ERA. However, advanced metrics suggest he’s been very lucky, as his xERA is 4.49 and his xFIP is 5.07. Anderson enjoyed an unsustainable 88.7% strand rate and a 0.212 BABIP. He has struck out just 13% of batters over his last four starts.

Tyler Anderson, the man you are 🫶#RepTheHalo pic.twitter.com/RBKyGxQBKW

– Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) May 22, 2024

The Astros have hit lefties well this season, posting a 110 wRC+. Even without injured star Kyle Tucker, their lineup is dangerous. Catcher Yainer Diaz has homered in four straight games.

Meanwhile, the Angels’ offense has been abysmal as of late, ranking dead last in MLB with a 77 wRC+ against right-handed pitchers over the past 30 days. They have the lowest hard hit rate (26.7%) over this period.

With Brown pitching better and having an easier game than his stats suggest, and Anderson due for regression, the Astros have the advantage on the mound. Add in a significant advantage on offense, and Houston looks poised to win again.

• Prediction: Astros -1.5 (-105)

Astros vs. Angels odds

The Astros are heavy -165 moneyline favorites in this game, implying a 62.3% probability that they win. The Angels are +140 underdogs, with an implied 41.7% chance of winning.

Houston is favored for several key reasons. They’re simply the better team, even with a disappointing 28-35 record so far. The Astros have made the playoffs in six straight seasons, winning three pennants and a World Series during that span. The Angels are only 24-39 years old.

7 is heaven pic.twitter.com/e1pJe81BtM

– Houston Astros (@astros) June 8, 2024

The Astros also have the most reliable starting pitcher by underlying metrics and a much better offense in the division against left-handed pitchers.

After crushing the Angels 7-1 in the series opener, it’s no surprise to see Houston favored again on Saturday. They have all the momentum right now in this AL West matchup and are much shorter in the World Series odds.

The over/under for total points scored in the game is set at 8.5, the over at -115, and the under at -105. This suggests that a relatively high-scoring matchup is expected between these two AL West rivals.

MLB Odds as of June 8, 2024. Check out the MLB betting apps available for Saturday Night Baseball.

Houston vs. LA Player Accessories

Here are some MLB player props to target for this game:

Yainer Diaz (HOU) will hit a home run (+450)

Diaz has homered in four straight games and faces a regression-prone southpaw in Anderson. It’s great value at this price in the long run.

Alex Bregman (HOU) on 1.5 total goals (-110)

Bregman has warmed up and has a 1.049 OPS against lefties this season. We like his chances of at least a double here.

Astros vs Angels injury report

The Astros are without star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who is on the IL for 10 days with a shin contusion. Tucker is tied for second in MLB with 19 home runs. His absence takes a big bat away from Houston’s lineup.

Utility utilityman Aledmys Diaz is also day-to-day for the Astros due to a hand injury.

For the Angels, second baseman Brandon Drury remains out with a shoulder issue. Drury has 11 home runs this season.

Outfielder Mickey Moniak is sick every day for the Halos.

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