mlb Game Recap
Philadelphia Downed 3-2 By Houston - Michael Plassmeyer Takes Loss
Framber Valdez struck out 10 batters as Houston defeated Philadelphia 3-2 in baseball wagering action Wednesday at Minute Maid Park.
Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as -200 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 7.5.
Framber Valdez earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 5 innings of work, striking out 10, walking 1, and allowing 2 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 1 RBIs from Christian Vazquez in the win.
Philadelphia's starting pitcher Nick Nelson worked 1 innings, giving up 1 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 1 in the loss. They got 1 hits from Brandon Marsh in a losing cause.
Houston outhit their counterparts 12-4 in the game.
The game was closed out by Ryan Pressly who got the final outs in the victory. He allowed 0 hits, 0 walks and fanned 2 batters to earn the save.