Angels vs Astros starting pitchers
- Justin Verlander for Houston Astros
- Tyler Anderson for Los Angeles Angels
Angels vs Astros statistics
| Stat |
Angels |
Astros |
| Hits |
1149 (28th) |
1366 (3rd) |
| Batting Average |
.228 (28th) |
.260 (3rd) |
| Runs Batted In |
563 (28th) |
664 (13th) |
| Runs |
600 (27th) |
698 (13th) |
| Home Runs |
158 (22nd) |
176 (12th) |
| Walks |
455 (19th) |
420 (27th) |
| Stolen Bases |
127 (11th) |
89 (21st) |
| Strikeouts |
1322 (13th) |
1118 (28th) |
| Pitches |
21979 (22nd) |
21115 (30th) |
Houston Astros recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/19/24 |
vs Los Angeles Angels |
W |
3-1 |
| 9/18/24 |
@ San Diego Padres |
L |
4-0 |
| 9/17/24 |
@ San Diego Padres |
W |
4-3 F/10 |
| 9/16/24 |
@ San Diego Padres |
L |
3-1 |
| 9/15/24 |
@ Los Angeles Angels |
W |
6-4 |
Los Angeles Angels recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/19/24 |
@ Houston Astros |
L |
3-1 |
| 9/18/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
4-3 F/13 |
| 9/17/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
5-0 |
| 9/16/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
L |
8-4 |
| 9/15/24 |
vs Houston Astros |
L |
6-4 |
Angels vs Astros predictions
As the Los Angeles Angels gear up to face the Houston Astros, all eyes are on Taylor Ward, who's been a notable force with 25 home runs this season. Given his consistent performance, it's reasonable to expect him to potentially add to that tally, especially with the Astros' pitchers showing some vulnerability. Another player to watch is Brandon Drury, whose versatility at the plate could make significant inroads against Houston’s pitching staff. These key players stepping up could be crucial for the Angels as they attempt to climb out of their current slump.
Shifting focus to the Houston Astros, Yordan Alvarez is a player who never seems to fly under the radar. With an impressive .303 batting average and 34 homers to his name, he's expected to be a major threat in the upcoming game. Meanwhile, Jose Altuve remains a cornerstone for the Astros, combining speed and contact hitting to consistently get on base and drive in runs. Their combined efforts make the Astros' lineup one of the most formidable in the league, and they'll be looking to capitalize on any slip-ups by the Angels' pitchers.
Considering the current form and stats of both teams, the Houston Astros hold a tangible advantage, especially playing at home in Minute Maid Park. The Angels have shown moments of brilliance but have struggled to maintain consistency on the road. With the Astros' strong batting lineup and the Angels' ongoing challenges, it looks like Houston might just have the upper edge in this matchup. Let's see if the Angels can defy expectations or if the Astros will continue to dominate at home.
Houston Astros injuries
- Penn Murfee (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
- Jayden Murray (SP): Day-To-Day
- Ben Gamel (RF): 10-Day-IL
- Chas McCormick (LF): 10-Day-IL
Los Angeles Angels injuries
- Mickey Moniak (CF): Day-To-Day
- Jake Marisnick (CF): Day-To-Day
- Jason Martin (OF): Day-To-Day
- Anthony Rendon (3B): 10-Day-IL
- Kevin Pillar (CF): 10-Day-IL
Angels vs Astros game info
| Venue |
Minute Maid Park |
| Location |
Houston, Texas |
| First pitch |
Fri 8:10 PM |
| Temperature |
91° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
