MLB Odds: Phillies-Astros prediction, odds and pick

Phillies beat the Astros 3-0 in game one of their inter-league series. Philadelphia will hope for another masterful pitching performance from left-hander Ranger Suarez. Houston has clinched home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Justin Verlander is the oldest player in the team, but he has been impressive this season with a 17-4 overall record and a 1.80 ERA.

The Phillies are playing their last game of the season. They are looking to cover the spread. Last night they beat Houston. The team is one of baseball's hottest teams. They have the fifth-best slugging percentage with a .425 mark. Kyle Schwarber is having a career-high hitting season for the Phillies. Their pitcher, Suarez, is looking for a start. He lost his last start, but he should be feeling at his best.

The Houston Astros have the best record in baseball with 104 wins on the campaign. They have a good record at home with a 53-26 record. The team is loaded with talent and can wreak havoc on anyone they face. They are top-ten in runs scored, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage.

Both sides feel good about themselves heading into the postseason. It would be unwise to bet against Verlander and an Astros team prone to bounce back quickly.