Texas at Houston

Texas has a winning record while winning four of six, including a 6-2 win at Houston to open this series as a +140 dog. This is the first road start for Andrew Heaney and he had a 2.38 road ERA in 2022 holding the home teams to a .226 batting average. He also has a 3.54 ERA versus Houston. The Rangers' relief staff is seventh in the majors with a 3.31 ERA. Texas is 20-16 versus an AL starting pitcher with an ERA of 2.90 or better. Meanwhile, Houston has lost seven of 12 losing five times as a favorite and the bullpen is ranked 17th (4.01 ERA). With the Astros 12-18 after scoring eight runs or more in the last contest, back the visitors who are playing well. Play Texas.