Chip’s Top-Rated MLB Vegas Hotline Best Bet
(MLB) Houston vs. Detroit,
Money Line: 101.00 Detroit (Home)
Result: Loss
Houston at Detroit 1:40 ET
Tigers over Astros- Justin Verlander will start for the Houston Astros in the finale of a three-game series against the Tigers on Sunday afternoon. In a career that began in 2005, Verlander has made 191 career starts at Detroit's home park, posting 100 wins and a 3.18 ERA. Verlander (1-1, 4.43 ERA) started this year on the injured list due to a shoulder injury. He recorded quality outings in two of his first three starts after returning on April 19, then got rocked on Tuesday by the New York Yankees in his most recent outing. In six career starts against his former club, Verlander is 3-3 with a 2.77 ERA. Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty (0-2, 3.86 ERA), who is still seeking his first win as a Tiger despite sharp performances in his last two outings. Flaherty has displayed outstanding control, walking only six while recording 56 strikeouts this season. In three of his seven starts, his teammates have only supported him with one run.
Take DETROIT!