mlb Game Recap
Hector Neris vs Max Fried Tilt Ends in Houston 5-2 Win
Cristian Javier struck out 10 batters as Houston defeated Atlanta 5-2 in baseball wagering action Sunday at Truist Park.
Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as +115 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.
Houston got 1 innings from Hector Neris, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 0. Hector Neris earned the victory, while the Astros got 2 RBIs from Yordan Alvarez in the win.
Atlanta's starting pitcher Max Fried worked 6.2 innings, giving up 3 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 5 in the loss. They got 1 hits from Ronald Acuna Jr. in a losing cause.
The battle of the bats favored Houston as they had 9 hits, while Atlanta only had 3.
Bryan Abreu pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.
Houston looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Tampa Bay. Atlanta will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Miami.