mlb Game Recap
Jake Odorizzi vs Jharel Cotton Tilt Ends in Houston 5-4 Win
Houston grabbed a 5-4 win over Texas on Friday, as Phil Maton was credited with a win at Globe Life Field.
Houston won as a -183 favorite, while Over-Under bettors who played PUSH the total of 9 were rewarded at the payout window.
Phil Maton earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 1 innings of work, striking out 2, walking 0, and allowing 3 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Michael Brantley in the win.
Texas's starting pitcher Jharel Cotton worked 1 innings, giving up 3 hits and 2 earned runs while striking out 1 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Jason Martin in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Texas as they had 9 hits, while Houston only had 13.
Ryan Pressly pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 0 and allowed 2 hits in his outing.