Minnesota at Houston

Minnesota lost Game 1 at Houston, 6-4, part of a 39-75 run as an underdog, as well as 72-91 on the road. The Twins are also 31-60 as a dog of +150 or less, including 22-42 on the road as an underdog of +150 or less. Houston finished fifth offensively during the regular season in runs scored and on-base percentage, while the pitching was Top 10 in ERA (3.94) and sixth (3.56 ERA) in the bullpen. The Astros are 64-36 versus AL starting pitchers with a WHIP of 1.200 or better. Batters are hitting .228 off starter Framber Valdez (3.45 ERA), who has been a postseason ace with Houston 16-2 when he starts in playoff games. Play the Houston Astros.