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Houston Drops Chicago 6-5 - Match Report

Gerrit Cole struck out 12 batters as Houston defeated Chicago 6-5 in baseball wagering action Monday at Minute Maid Park.

Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as -170 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.

Houston got 0.1 innings from Will Harris, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 0. Gerrit Cole earned the victory, while the Astros got 1 RBIs from Tyler White in the win.

Chicago got a 4-inning outing from Cole Hamels in the loss. He gave up 6 earned runs, 4 walks and 7 hits in his time on the mound, while Addison Russell had 3 hits in the loss for the Cubs.

Houston enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 10-8 advantage in hits.

Roberto Osuna pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 2 and allowed 3 hits in his outing.