mlb Game Recap
Houston Tops Los Angeles 6-3 - Recap
Justin Verlander struck out 12 batters as Houston defeated Los Angeles 6-3 in baseball wagering action Saturday at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
Bettors who backed the Astros were rewarded as -450 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.
Justin Verlander earned the victory for the Astros, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 12, walking 0, and allowing 4 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Josh Reddick in the win.
Los Angeles got a 0.2-inning outing from Adalberto Mejia in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Andrelton Simmons had 2 hits in the loss for the Angels.
Houston outhit their counterparts 6-5 in the game.
Roberto Osuna pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.