HOU Astros @ TB Rays Tips

The Astros have a better record over the last couple of weeks and also have the superior overall record. Houston looks the better value at this price.

Colton Gordon made his major league debut, and nerves got the better of him. But he's coming off a strong showing in Triple-A, with a 4-0 record, a 9.1 strikeouts per 9 innings ratio, and walks in 42.1 innings of work. Today he faces a Tampa Bay team that's really having a hard time against left-handers, with an average of .203 and .193 against left-handed pitchers. In addition, Tampa Bay is playing at home with a negative record of 11-17. I see Houston with a good chance, and the +1.5 handicap increases it.