Seattle at Houston

Don't laugh! This young Houston offense is hitting, scoring five and eight runs the last two games. They've been winning, too, 3-3 the last six games cashing as a dog of +130, +140, and +180. Collin McHugh goes for Houston with a 2-0 record and a 0.59 ERA. He allowed two hits in eight innings with one run in beating Oakland his last start, 5-1. Seattle spent a lot of money to upgrade the offense, but they aren't any better at 24th in runs scored, 27th in batting average, and 28th in on base percentage. They are a long way from home and have a losing road record. Brandon Maurer (6.75 ERA) is no stopper, and the Mariners are 2-7 in the last nine meetings. Play Houston.