Athletics vs Astros starting pitchers
- Spencer Arrighetti for Houston Astros
- Osvaldo Bido for Oakland Athletics
Athletics vs Astros statistics
| Stat |
Athletics |
Astros |
| Hits |
1126 (25th) |
1280 (3rd) |
| Batting Average |
.234 (24th) |
.261 (3rd) |
| Runs Batted In |
561 (25th) |
631 (12th) |
| Runs |
584 (26th) |
661 (12th) |
| Home Runs |
182 (Tied-5th) |
170 (11th) |
| Walks |
445 (12th) |
390 (27th) |
| Stolen Bases |
85 (19th) |
84 (Tied-20th) |
| Strikeouts |
1325 (Tied-5th) |
1055 (27th) |
| Pitches |
20604 (23rd) |
19803 (30th) |
Houston Astros recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/8/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
12-6 |
| 9/7/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
W |
11-5 |
| 9/6/24 |
vs Arizona Diamondbacks |
W |
8-0 |
| 9/5/24 |
@ Cincinnati Reds |
L |
1-0 |
| 9/4/24 |
@ Cincinnati Reds |
L |
12-5 |
Oakland Athletics recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/8/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
L |
9-1 |
| 9/7/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
L |
2-1 |
| 9/6/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
W |
7-6 F/13 |
| 9/5/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
L |
6-4 |
| 9/4/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
L |
16-3 |
Athletics vs Astros predictions
The Oakland Athletics have some intriguing prospects as they gear up to face the Houston Astros. Starting pitcher Osvaldo Bido is set to take the mound, and based on his recent form, he's expected to manage his way through the lineup with a steady array of pitches, aiming to hold the Astros to a minimum on the scoreboard. Alongside Bido, look out for Brent Rooker who has been swinging a hot bat with an impressive display of power and consistency, boasting a .299 batting average and 35 homers. If he, alongside Max Schuemann and Shea Langeliers, can get good wood on the ball, the A's might just put up some decent numbers early on.
Shifting focus to the Houston Astros, their lineup boasts formidable threats that could pose a challenge for any pitcher. Yordan Alvarez, always a player to keep an eye on, could potentially have a big day at the plate, considering his impressive batting average of .311 and solid power-hitting ability with 32 home runs this season. Jose Altuve's ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities cannot be underestimated either; his projected performance could catalyze the Astros' offensive machinery. The sheer depth in Houston’s lineup, featuring players like Kyle Tucker and Jeremy Pena, might just turn the tide in their favor.
Though both teams showcase potential for an electrifying game, the cumulative strength and strategic depth of the Houston Astros might give them the edge over the Oakland Athletics in this series opener. Factor in their better overall season performance and the home-field advantage at Minute Maid Park, and the Astros are favorably positioned to take this win. Still, baseball often surprises us, and the Athletics could pull off an upset if their key players step up to the challenge.
Houston Astros injuries
- Mauricio Dubon (LF): Day-To-Day
- Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
- Jayden Murray (SP): Day-To-Day
- Penn Murfee (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Kendall Graveman (RP): 60-Day-IL
Oakland Athletics injuries
- Max Muncy (SS): Day-To-Day
- Tyler Soderstrom (1B): 10-Day-IL
- Gerson Moreno (RP): Day-To-Day
- Austin Adams (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Esteury Ruiz (LF): 60-Day-IL
Athletics vs Astros game info
| Venue |
Minute Maid Park |
| Location |
Houston, Texas |
| First pitch |
Tue 8:10 PM |
| Temperature |
85° |
| Chance of Rain |
49% |
