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Recap - Houston Defeats Cleveland 7-1

Houston moneyline bettors cashed on Thursday courtesy of a 7-1 win against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field.

The Astros were a -200 favorite in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 9.

Houston got 0.1 innings from Joe Smith, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 0. Gerrit Cole earned the victory, while the Astros got 2 RBIs from Yordan Alvarez in the win.

Cleveland's starting pitcher Tyler Clippard worked 2 innings, giving up 2 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 3 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Francisco Lindor in a losing cause.

Houston outhit their counterparts 11-6 in the game.

Houston looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Seattle. Cleveland will aim to get back on the winning track vs. LA Angels.