mlb Game Recap
Los Angeles Downed 11-2 By Houston - Felix Pena Takes Loss
Gerrit Cole struck out 11 batters as Houston defeated Los Angeles 11-2 in baseball wagering action Wednesday at Angel Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as -200 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.
Gerrit Cole earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 11, walking 1, and allowing 7 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from George Springer in the win.
Los Angeles got a 1.2-inning outing from Luis Garcia in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Shohei Ohtani had 2 hits in the loss for the Angels.
Houston enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-9 advantage in hits.