Kansas City at Houston

The Astros are on a tear, going 9-1 in their last 10 games, and at 52-27 are still well within striking distance of the Yankees for top spot in the AL. Houston's pitching has been sensational, allowing one run or fewer in seven of 10 games during this streak, and three or fewer in nine of 10. Kansas City is a young, struggling team that is a woeful 29-49 on the season. Contrary to the pitching that Houston has gotten of late, the Royals staff has allowed 4+ runs in nine of their last 12 games. Just looking at the direction of these teams over the last couple of weeks and on the season suggests a much steeper price for the Astros at home. Make the play on Houston.