mlb Game Recap
Houston Drops Texas 5-3 - Match Report
Texas dropped a 5-3 decision at Globe Life Field on Wednesday as Houston legged out a win behind winning pitcher Cristian Javier.
Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as -129 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 7.5.
Houston got 1 innings from Will Smith, who gave up 0 earned runs on 1 hits, while striking out 1. Cristian Javier earned the victory, while the Astros got 2 RBIs from Kyle Tucker in the win.
Texas's starting pitcher Martin Perez worked 5 innings, giving up 9 hits and 5 earned runs while striking out 5 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Nathaniel Lowe in a losing cause.
Houston outhit their counterparts 11-6 in the game.
The game was closed out by Rafael Montero who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 1 hits, 0 walks and fanned 1 batters to earn the save.
Houston heads into a battle against Los Angeles. Texas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Boston.