Dodgers vs Astros starting pitchers
- Framber Valdez for Houston Astros
- Gavin Stone for Los Angeles Dodgers
Dodgers vs Astros statistics
| Stat |
Dodgers |
Astros |
| Hits |
888 (5th) |
916 (2nd) |
| Batting Average |
.253 (6th) |
.261 (2nd) |
| Runs Batted In |
494 (1st) |
460 (11th) |
| Runs |
510 (2nd) |
478 (10th) |
| Home Runs |
139 (3rd) |
117 (9th) |
| Walks |
396 (2nd) |
274 (Tied-27th) |
| Stolen Bases |
62 (18th) |
66 (Tied-14th) |
| Strikeouts |
851 (17th) |
723 (28th) |
| Pitches |
15889 (1st) |
14099 (29th) |
Houston Astros recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/24/24 |
@ Oakland Athletics |
W |
8-1 |
| 7/23/24 |
@ Oakland Athletics |
L |
8-2 |
| 7/22/24 |
@ Oakland Athletics |
L |
4-0 |
| 7/21/24 |
@ Seattle Mariners |
L |
6-4 |
| 7/20/24 |
@ Seattle Mariners |
W |
4-2 |
Los Angeles Dodgers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/25/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
W |
6-4 |
| 7/24/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
L |
8-3 |
| 7/23/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
W |
5-2 |
| 7/22/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
W |
3-2 |
| 7/21/24 |
vs Boston Red Sox |
W |
9-6 |
Dodgers vs Astros predictions
As the Dodgers head into this matchup against the Astros, all eyes will likely be on Shohei Ohtani. The dude’s been on fire with a batting average of .312 and has knocked a staggering 31 homers this season. Expect him to be a major threat at the plate once again. Meanwhile, Gavin Stone, who’s slated to start on the mound, has had a solid season with an ERA of 3.19. If he can keep his WHIP of 1.23 in check during the game, he might just be the key to taming the Astros' hitters. Freddie Freeman should also play a pivotal role, consistently getting on base and driving in runs, his performance could very well tip the scales in favor of Los Angeles.
Switching to the Houston Astros, Jose Altuve continues to be a linchpin for the lineup, boasting an impressive .307 batting average. His ability to get on base and generate scoring opportunities will be crucial for Houston. On the pitching side, Framber Valdez, with his 3.63 ERA and 88 strikeouts, is definitely someone who can make life difficult for the Dodgers' hitters. Plus, Yordan Alvarez, with 20 home runs under his belt, will be another critical player looking to make a significant impact with his power hitting, potentially driving in crucial runs for the Astros.
Considering all the key player performances and matchup potentials, it's shaping up to be a keenly contested game. The Dodgers seem to have a slight edge with their strong offensive lineup and stable bullpen, led by players like Ohtani and Stone. However, the Astros are not far behind and could very well pull off a win if their stars align perfectly on game day. If asked for a prediction, I’d lean slightly towards the Dodgers pulling off a victory, with their comprehensive strength both on the mound and at the bat potentially giving them the upper hand in this face-off.
Houston Astros injuries
- Rhett Kouba (SP): Day-To-Day
- Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
- Jayden Murray (SP): Day-To-Day
- Justin Verlander (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Kyle Tucker (RF): 10-Day-IL
Los Angeles Dodgers injuries
- Michael Grove (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Brusdar Graterol (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Connor Brogdon (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Chris Taylor (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Ryan Brasier (RP): 60-Day-IL
Dodgers vs Astros game info
| Venue |
Minute Maid Park |
| Location |
Houston, Texas |
| First pitch |
Fri 8:10 PM |
| Temperature |
87° |
| Chance of Rain |
40% |
