mlb Game Recap
Joe Kelly vs Rafael Montero Battle Sees Houston Fall 6-2
Houston dropped a 6-2 decision at Minute Maid Park on Sunday as Los Angeles legged out a win behind winning pitcher River Ryan.
The Dodgers were a +120 underdog in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 8.5.
River Ryan earned the victory for the Dodgers, throwing 5.2 innings of work, striking out 8, walking 3, and allowing 2 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Gavin Lux in the win.
Houston's starting pitcher Rafael Montero worked 1 innings, giving up 1 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 0 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Jose Altuve in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Los Angeles as they had 8 hits, while Houston only had 4.
Los Angeles looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against San Diego. Houston will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Pittsburgh.