The set-up: These teams combined for ten runs in the Astros victory yesterday, but I believe we'll see a much lower-scoring duel on Saturday night. The Astros hand the ball to Charlie Morton, while the Rangers go with Mike Minor.

The pitchers: Morton is so far 7-1 with a 2.84 ERA. Morton will be looking to return to form after his first loss of the season, giving up six runs off nine hits over 5.1 innings to Boston on Sunday. No need to panic if you're a Morton fan though I don't think as he owns elite numbers across the board still, including the 2.84 ERA, a 1.08 WHIP and 92 K's overall. Note as well that he's 2-0 with a 3.00 ERA on the road.

Minor is 4-4 with a 5.76 ERA so far. Minor most recently gave up four earned runs off six hits over five innings while striking out two in a 6-1 loss to the Mariners on Thursday. Minor's ERA leaves everything to be desired, but he does own a respectable 1.35 WHIP thus far. Note that Minor has been at his best at home this year as well with a 3-2, 4.11 ERA record.

The pick: I think it's significant to note that Houston has seen the total go "under" the number in 16 of 27 against the division this year, while Texas has seen the total go "under" in 22 of 34 against divisional opponents. This number is just a little high, play the under.