Orioles vs Astros starting pitchers
- Ronel Blanco for Houston Astros
- Corbin Burnes for Baltimore Orioles
Orioles vs Astros statistics
| Stat |
Orioles |
Astros |
| Hits |
665 (4th) |
680 (3rd) |
| Batting Average |
.255 (5th) |
.261 (1st) |
| Runs Batted In |
390 (1st) |
327 (13th) |
| Runs |
401 (1st) |
342 (13th) |
| Home Runs |
123 (1st) |
90 (Tied-4th) |
| Walks |
204 (28th) |
213 (25th) |
| Stolen Bases |
59 (12th) |
50 (15th) |
| Strikeouts |
612 (20th) |
522 (30th) |
| Pitches |
11053 (14th) |
10536 (27th) |
Houston Astros recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/21/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
W |
14-11 |
| 6/20/24 |
@ Chicago White Sox |
W |
5-3 |
| 6/19/24 |
@ Chicago White Sox |
W |
4-1 |
| 6/18/24 |
@ Chicago White Sox |
L |
2-0 |
| 6/16/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
W |
4-1 |
Baltimore Orioles recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/21/24 |
@ Houston Astros |
L |
14-11 |
| 6/20/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
17-5 |
| 6/19/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
7-6 F/10 |
| 6/18/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
4-2 |
| 6/16/24 |
vs Philadelphia Phillies |
W |
8-3 |
Orioles vs Astros predictions
As the Baltimore Orioles gear up to take on the Houston earos Astros at Minute Maid Park, eyes are inevitably on a few standout performers who are expected to shine. Gunnar Henderson, with his staggering 24 home runs this season, is a powerhouse that could significantly sway the game in Baltimore's favor. Adley Rutschman, another key player for the Orioles, is batting an impressive .305 and has consistently delivered when it counts. With Corbin Burnes on the mound boasting a solid ERA of 2.14 and a whip of just over one, the Orioles have a strong backbone for their pitching strategy.
On the opposing side, the Houston Astros have their own set of aces to play. Jose Altuve, hitting at a .301 average this season, remains a critical factor in igniting the Astros' offense. Despite carrying the disappointment of Kyle Tucker’s absence due to a lower leg bruise, the Astros can still count on Alex Bregman and Yordan Alvarez to step up. Alvarez, in particular, with a batting average nearing the .300 mark and a knack for crucial RBIs, might just be the spark Houston needs. Ronel Blanco, handling the pitching duties for the Astros, boasts an impressive ERA of 2.43 and could pose challenges for the Orioles’ hitters.
As for predicting who might come out on top in this game, it's going to be a tight contest given the talent lined up. However, considering the robust pitching lineup and the current momentum, Baltimore might just have an edge over Houston. The Orioles' leading offense, coupled with strategic pitching by Burnes, positions them slightly better to clinch a win, especially if they manage to capitalize early in the game and maintain pressure on the Astros' hitters. Always thrilling, games like these are what make baseball such an unpredictable and exhilarating sport.
Houston Astros injuries
- Jacob Melton (CF): Day-To-Day
- Zach Dezenzo (3B): Day-To-Day
- Rhett Kouba (SP): Day-To-Day
- Miguel Palma (C): Day-To-Day
- Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
Baltimore Orioles injuries
- Sam Basallo (C): Day-To-Day
- Ronald Guzman (1B): Day-To-Day
- Dean Kremer (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Danny Coulombe (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Nate Webb (RP): Day-To-Day
Orioles vs Astros game info
| Venue |
Minute Maid Park |
| Location |
Houston, Texas |
| First pitch |
Sat 4:10 PM |
| Temperature |
88° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
