mlb Game Recap
Game Wrap - Texas 2-0 Victors Over Astros
Houston was unable to break through against the Texas pitching staff, losing 2-0 on Sunday at Minute Maid Park.
Bettors who backed the Rangers were rewarded as +125 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.5.
Texas got 1 innings from Aroldis Chapman, who gave up 0 earned runs on 0 hits, while striking out 0. Jordan Montgomery earned the victory, while the Rangers got 1 RBIs from Jonah Heim in the win.
Houston got a 6.2-inning outing from Justin Verlander in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 2 walks and 6 hits in his time on the mound, while Alex Bregman had 1 hits in the loss for the Astros.
Texas enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 6-5 advantage in hits.
Jose Leclerc pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.