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Set for June 9, 2024, the Houston Astros are slated to compete against the Los Angeles Angels at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim. The first pitch is scheduled for 4:07 PM under a sky with broken clouds. Astro’s ace Justin Verlander, who holds an ERA of 3.635, will take the mound. Opposing him will be the Angels’ Patrick Sandoval, with an ERA of 4.995. In the 2024 AL West standings, the Astros currently sit in 12th place with a 30-35 record. Despite this, they’ve won 6 of their last 10 games, and are on a two-game winning streak. They’ve also shown resilience on the road with 13 wins. Conversely, the Angels struggle at 14th in the division with a 24-40 record, having a tough season with only three wins in their last 10 games. Betting Odds: For those looking to place bets, the point spread is set at 1.5, with an over/under of 8.5 runs. The Astros are favored with a money line of -150, indicating stronger confidence from the oddsmakers compared to the Angels, who stand at +127. These odds suggest a tilt towards Houston, considering their recent form and pitching advantage with Verlander at the helm.