Oakland at Houston

The Oakland A's don't have a star-studded lineup, but they have won the AL West in two straight seasons. They are off to a strong start this year at 14-8 on the season. What has made this team successful is solid starting pitching, and simply winning the games they are supposed to win. The A's are an uncanny 103-48 in their last 151 games as a favorite. Houston is a AAA team disguised as a big league team, and their 111 losses from last season, may be challenged this season. Houston is just 2-9 in their last 11 games, and 13-39 in their last 52 as a dog, winning one of every four. The odds are much better here, especially with Oakland pounding teams as a favorite. Play on Oakland.