Houston is playing at a high level and just went 7-2 over a nine-game stretch that included games against the Yankees and Mets.
The Astros have one of the best bullpens in baseball and will be starting Cristian Javier who is 2-0 with a 2.18 ERA all-time against the Angels. He also has a 1.95 ERA at home this season.
The Angels will be starting Michael Lorenzen, who comes in with a 6.14 ERA at home. Lorenzen is also 0-1 with a 7.20 ERA against the Astros all time.