Orioles vs. Astros: Game 1 predictions, odds and picks - August 22, MLB 2024
The Baltimore Orioles will put their loss behind them as they host the Houston Astros at Camden Yards on Thursday. The O's dropped their series to the New York Mets after giving up a walk-off home run in their last game on Wednesday afternoon. Their loss pushed them down to the second spot in the AL East, and their battle with the New York Yankees for the top spot continues.
The O's scored three runs against the Mets and gave up four as Jesse Winker caused the damage with his walk-off home run. Baltimore needs to pick up a win in Game 1 as it turns in its ace Corbin Burnes to the mound as its starting pitcher. Burnes' stint with the O's has been spectacular with his strong 3.10 ERA.
Meanwhile, the Astros struggled against the Boston Red Sox as they dropped their series on Wednesday. In the last two games, they gave up 10 runs and scored six in return. Despite their loss, they remain at the top of the AL West and are five games behind the Seattle Mariners.
Houston will turn in Spencer Arrighetti to the mound as its starter in this game. Arrighetti's debut season has been a disaster with a terrible 5.20 ERA and a 5-11 record. The offense must help Arrighetti, especially against a team like the O's.
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Where to watch Orioles vs. Astros?
Game 1 will be telecast live on FOX Network, and the online stream will take place on MLB TV and Fubo TV. The first pitch will go out at 7:08 p.m. EDT.
Orioles vs. Astros Prediction
The Astros will fall short of their pitching squad, especially with Arrighetti on the mound as their starter. The rookie is no match for a veteran pitcher like Burnes. Additionally, he's up against a team with a strong offense. Taking it all into account, the chances of Arrighettti winning are pretty slim.
When compared to the O's, the Astros are not too strong with their offense. Baltimore has the most home runs in the MLB (196) and is ranked at No. 3 with 645 runs scored. The Stros are ranked at No. 12 with 576 runs scored and 150 home runs. The Astros are predicted as the underdog in Game 1 with their unbalanced pitching unit.
Prediction: Baltimore Orioles -1.5 (-160).