mlb Game Recap
Houston vs Baltimore Final: 8-1 - Recap
Houston got 7 innings of work from Framber Valdez en route to a 8-1 victory over Baltimore on Sunday at Minute Maid Park.
Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as -110 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.
Framber Valdez earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 7, walking 2, and allowing 6 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Jeremy Pena in the win.
Baltimore's starting pitcher Albert Suarez worked 5 innings, giving up 10 hits and 5 earned runs while striking out 3 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Ryan Mountcastle in a losing cause.
Houston enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 15-7 advantage in hits.
Houston heads into a battle against Colorado. Baltimore, meanwhile, will have their next action against Cleveland.