Houston at Toronto

Houston has it all, is fourth in runs scored, second in slugging, No. 1 in on-base percentage, and the pitching staff is fourth with a 3.74 team ERA. The Astros are 55-19 against losing teams, including 40-16 away versus losing clubs. Justin Verlander (2.69 ERA) is having another dominant campaign, backed by a sparkling defense in the field that is third in fewest errors made. Houston is 28-8 when Verlander pitches on the road. Toronto has a losing home mark (27-41) with an offense that is #22 in runs scored and #28 in on-base percentage. The Blue Jays are on a 3-9 slide, plus 19-41 following a victory. Houston has scored 53 runs the last six games and holds all the cards. Play Houston.