The Houston Astros have lost three of their last four after an embarrassing 14-6 defeat to the Detroit Tigers last night. That marked the Tigers fourth consecutive win, but I think they're in for a tough game against the revenge-seeking Astros Saturday night.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Pitching - The Astros hand the ball to Mike Fiers (7-4, 4.69 ERA) who picked up the decision his last start when he held the Angels to three runs in seven innings of a 13-3 victory. Fiers beat the Tigers earlier this season in Houston and his career ERA against the club is a respectable 3.24. The Tigers counter with Justin Verlander (10-6, 3.64). He's posted a 1.60 ERA in five starts so far in July, but the veteran's arm must be exhausted soon and the Astros' bats can be quite dangerous.

2. Situational - The Astros are 10-3 in their last 13 games following a loss and 13-5 in their last 18 during Game 2 of a series.

3. X-Factor - Jose Altuve launched a two-run homer yesterday to extend his road hitting streak to 20 games. He's 4-for-8 with a double in previous meetings with Verlander.

Selection: This is a play on the Houston Astros +1.5 (8*)