Padres vs. Astros MLB Bets & Predictions (Saturday)
Between the NHL and NBA playoffs getting underway, and the MLB rolling out a full 15-game schedule, we should be in for a fantastic sports Saturday. I'm keeping it on the diamond with my best MLB bets for Padres vs. Astros.
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Saturday's Best MLB Bets: Padres vs. Astros
(Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook)
San Diego Padres (-120) vs. Houston Astros (+102) | O/U 8.0 (-110/-110)
Let's wrap things up in H-Town, where the Astros (9-10) are looking to collect their second straight victory against the Padres (15-5). Michael King gets the nod for the visitors, while the Astros opt for Hayden Wesneski. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET from Daikin Park in Houston, TX.
With the way these teams have performed out of the gate this year, I feel like we're getting a great price on San Diego in this spot. King is developing into a true top-of-the-rotation hurler in the Majors, and he comes into this game 3-0 with a 2.42 ERA (21st) and a 1.07 WHIP (27th). The Friars are 4-0 in his starts this season.
Furthermore, the right-hander has mowed down the Astros in the past, as their current roster is slashing just .191/.224/.319 against him over 47 at-bats. Overall, Houston is just 23rd in both runs per game (3.79) and team batting average (.223), while sitting 25th in OPS (.636).
In addition to dealing with King, the Astros will also have to navigate San Diego's top-tier bullpen. They enter this game ranked first in relief ERA (1.58), WHIP (0.93) and opposing batting average (.167). I like the Padres' pitching staff to guide them to a win tonight.
Bet: Padres Moneyline (-120)