mlb Game Recap
Houston vs Boston Game Final 7-3 - Justin Verlander Earns Win
Boston dropped a 7-3 decision at Minute Maid Park on Tuesday as Houston legged out a win behind winning pitcher Justin Verlander.
Houston won as a -125 favorite, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 8.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Justin Verlander earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 9, walking 1, and allowing 5 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Kyle Tucker in the win.
Boston got a 1-inning outing from Mauricio Llovera in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 1 walks and 2 hits in his time on the mound, while Adam Duvall had 2 hits in the loss for the Red Sox.
Boston outhit their counterparts 10-8 in the game.