mlb Game Recap
Luis Garcia vs Justin Verlander Tilt Ends in Boston 4-1 Win
Boston grabbed a 4-1 win over Houston on Wednesday, as was credited with a win at Minute Maid Park.
Boston won as a +120 underdog, while Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 8.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Boston got 1 innings from Luis Garcia, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 2. earned the victory, while the Red Sox got 2 RBIs from Ceddanne Rafaela in the win.
Houston's starting pitcher Justin Verlander worked 5 innings, giving up 4 hits and 2 earned runs while striking out 6 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Yainer Diaz in a losing cause.
Houston outhit their counterparts 8-7 in the game.
The game was closed out by Chris Martin who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 1 hits, 0 walks and fanned 1 batters to earn the save.
Boston heads into a battle against Arizona. Houston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Baltimore.