Jose Altuve MLB Props - Astros vs Athletics 7/22
- Mr Wager
- Jul 22, 2024, 8:35:14 PM
MLB Player Props Betting Guide: Houston Astros vs Oakland Athletics
Preview:
Houston Astros (52-47, first in the AL West) will face off against the Oakland Athletics (39-62, fifth in the AL West) on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 9:40 PM EDT at the Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, California. Both teams come into this game with something to prove. The Astros seek to maintain their lead in the AL West, while the Athletics are looking to improve their record and climb up the standings.
In their most recent matchups, the Astros have been on a hot streak, winning 6 out of their last 10 games with a .228 batting average and a strong 2.63 ERA. The Athletics, on the other hand, have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games, boasting a higher batting average of .281 but struggling with a 5.48 ERA.
Historically, the Astros have dominated the Athletics this season, leading the series 6-1. This game will be crucial for both teams as they aim to build momentum heading into the latter part of the season.
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Player Prop Odds
Jose Altuve Props:
- Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+245)
- Batter Hits: Over 1.5 (+165)
- Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+165)
- Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (-150)
- Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-170)
- Batter Stolen Bases: Over 0.5 (+450)
- Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (-120)
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Player Analysis: Jose Altuve
Jose Altuve has been a consistent force for the Houston Astros this season. With a .304 batting average, Altuve leads the team in hitting and provides a stable presence at the top of the lineup. He has also contributed 20 home runs and 54 RBIs, showing his power and run-producing capabilities. In the past 10 games, Altuve has been on a tear, going 16-for-37 with three doubles, a triple, five home runs, and 18 RBIs.
Altuve's ability to get on base and score runs is one of the keys to the Astros' offense. His speed and baseball IQ make him a threat on the base paths, as evidenced by his propensity to steal bases and take extra bases on hits. The Astros will rely heavily on Altuve to set the table and ignite the offense against the Athletics.
Opposing Analysis: Oakland Athletics
The Oakland Athletics will counter with Hogan Harris on the mound. Harris has been solid this season, posting a 3.40 ERA and a 1.45 WHIP over 47.2 innings. However, the Athletics' bullpen has struggled, with a team ERA of 4.00, ranking them 16th in the league.
Offensively, the Athletics have been led by Brent Rooker, who has 19 doubles, two triples, 22 home runs, and 67 RBIs. Rooker has been hot lately, going 16-for-37 with three doubles, a triple, five home runs, and 18 RBIs in his last 10 games. The Athletics will need Rooker and the rest of the lineup to step up if they want to compete with the Astros.
Pitching Probables
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| Player | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP | H | K | BB | HR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Arrighetti (HOU) | 4-7 | 5.63 | 1.60 | 80.0 | 84 | 93 | 44 | 11 |
| Hogan Harris (OAK) | 1-3 | 3.40 | 1.45 | 47.2 | 46 | 35 | 23 | 6 |
Team Previews
Houston Astros:
The Astros have a team batting average of .230, ranking 28th in the league. They have scored 416 runs, ranking them 21st. Their pitching staff has a combined ERA of 4.44, ranking 24th, and they have committed 61 errors, ranking 5th in the league.
Oakland Athletics:
The Athletics have a team batting average of .261, ranking 1st in the league. They have scored 468 runs, ranking 9th. Their pitching staff has a combined ERA of 4.00, ranking 16th, and they have committed 41 errors, ranking 29th in the league.
Team Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Luis Garcia | SP | Expected to be out until at least Aug 16 |
| Justin Verlander | SP | Expected to be out until at least Jul 31 |
| Player | Position | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| Luis Medina | SP | Expected to be out until at least Sep 2 |
| Ken Waldichuk | SP | Out for the season |
| Jacob Wilson | SS | Expected to be out until at least Jul 30 |
Recent Games
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Houston Astros
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| @ Seattle | W 3-0 | W |
| @ Seattle | W 4-2 | W |
| @ Seattle | L 6-4 | L |
| @ Oakland | 9:40 PM | Pending |
| @ Oakland | 9:40 PM | Pending |
Oakland Athletics
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| vs Los Angeles | W 13-3 | W |
| vs Los Angeles | W 8-2 | W |
| vs Los Angeles | L 8-5 | L |
| vs Houston | 9:40 PM | Pending |
| vs Houston | 9:40 PM | Pending |
Prediction
Given Jose Altuve's current form and his importance to the Astros' offense, we predict that he will be a key contributor in this game against the Athletics. With the odds for Altuve to go over 1.5 total bases at -120, this seems like a solid bet considering his recent performance and the Athletics' pitching struggles.
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