Houston Astros vs. Philadelphia Phillies Best Bets

The Houston Astros (104-56) will host the Philadelphia Phillies (87-73) on Tuesday at 8:10 PM EST at Minute Maid Park in Houston, TX. The Phillies have won three games in a row and clinched a postseason berth on Monday. Astros have clinching the American League’s best record but they have dropped three of their last five games.

Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies are both headed to the playoffs. Houston has been a regular in the postseason for the past few years. Philadelphia hasn't seen the post-season action since 2011.

Philadelphia Phillies beat Houston Astros 3-0 on Monday. Aaron Nola pitched 6.2 innings of shutout baseball and struck out nine Astros and allowed only two hits. Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs.

Verlander is on track to win another Cy Young Award. Suarez has been effective for the Phillies. Verlander will likely start Game 1 of the ALDS for Houston. Dusty Baker has the luxury of setting up his rotation as he wants.

Philadelphia's offense ranks in the top 10 in most categories. Their pitching is good enough to make a playoff run, but not as dominant as the teams they will be facing.

The Houston Astros are the home favorites against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. The team was unable to cover the run line on Monday.

The Philadelphia Phillies upset the odds in a low-scoring fashion on Monday. Most bettors will take Houston in this game.

Houston Astros are playing against Philadelphia Phillies. The Astros have Justin Verlander and are favored to win. Philadelphia is fresh off a division-clinching win and is not playing well.