mlb Game Recap
Houston Astros vs Athletics Athletics Wrap - Houston Wins 13-3
It wasn't going to be a low-scoring affair and Houston made sure they came out on the winning end on Tuesday, grabbing a 13-3 victory over Athletics at Sutter Health Park.
Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as -125 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 11.
Jason Alexander earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 3, and allowing 3 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Cam Smith in the win.
Athletics got a 1-inning outing from T.J. McFarland in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 0 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Gio Urshela had 2 hits in the loss for the Athletics.
The battle of the bats favored Houston as they had 15 hits, while Athletics only had 4.