This is an 8* SITUATIONAL BLOWOUT on the Astros.

After three straight losses, including the opener in this one, I expect the Astros to dig deep here and deliver in Detroit.

The Tigers are playing well right now, but they're still just 28-35 on the road.

Note as well that Houston is 7-3 in its last ten after three or more straight losses in a row. It's also 4-1 in its last five in trying to avenge a road loss as a fav vs. an opponent.

Hunter Brown (9-9, 4.50 ERA) gets the call for the Astros, while Eduardo Rodriguez (9-6, 3.03) counters for the home side.

The overall situation though, combined with the above listed trends do indeed make the Astros worth the price of admission in this one. The play is HOUSTON.

Good luck, NP