Astros/Rangers Thur

[kegray1]

This seems to good to be true.

Hou/Tx(over 10.5) for 440 wins 400.

Astros injury to Mike Hampton is forcing them to start Brandon Backe in a park that is known for runs in the summer heat.
Since Backe's surgery, he has not been the same pitcher as teams have shelled his fastball.
Last year he gave up a league high 36 hr's in just 166 innings with a 6.05 era. He has been used very seldom this season and has been hit hard when used with a 12.00 era.
Padilla has been anything but an All Star for Rangers this year as April was awful although he has shown signs of getting better.

I think Astros are good for 3 or 4 runs off him, but I think the Rangers could possibly cover this number by themselves tonight. Astros long relief is somewhat worn down right now and thin on talent.

Good Luck!

 

[hedgehog]

I agree, the Rangers own the Astros...Maybe Rangers and over parlay too...

 

[kegray1]

Yeah I also put in Rangers(-1.5 runs) +130 for 200 wins 260 in case Astros offense is silent.
I know Backe will be Backe and Rangers will put up at 5 or 6 in this one at least.

Only score than can prevent one of these two from hitting is 5-4 as long as Rangers are indeed good for a 5 spot.
Hoping for a double here.

 

[hedgehog]

:mj06: Astros can't hang with the American League teams, especially teams that can score like the Rangers, I like -1.5 too...good luck

 

[doogieboy]

Yeah especially since Tx has gone under 11 straight games!!!!:scared