mlb Game Recap
Houston Tops Texas 8-4 - Recap
Texas dropped a 8-4 decision at Minute Maid Park on Thursday as Houston legged out a win behind winning pitcher Zack Greinke.
The Astros were a -150 favorite in the win. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 7.5.
Zack Greinke earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 9, walking 1, and allowing 6 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Michael Brantley in the win.
Texas's starting pitcher Lance Lynn worked 6 innings, giving up 8 hits and 6 earned runs while striking out 7 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Nick Solak in a losing cause.
Houston outhit their counterparts 12-8 in the game.
Houston looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Los Angeles. Texas will aim to get back on the winning track at Seattle.