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Las Vegas - Houston is sitting in the American League West penthouse with a gorgeous 49-33 record. The Astros have been FIRE in June, winning 12 of the last 15 (not including last night). Pitching has been the key to the run, and Framber Valdez is a major piece of the puzzle. Valdez has not lost a game since May 2 and his 7-0 streak is leading the way. Gimme the 'Stros for the money.

Also looking at the Diamondbacks with Eduardo Rodriguez over the Marlins. Rodriguez struggled early in the season, then missed over three weeks with shoulder inflammation. This will be his fifth start since coming off the DL and if his last start is any indication (6 innings, 0 earned runs, 10 Ks), we're looking at another deposit into the Bank of Benj.

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