MLB Predictions: Will Indians complete sweep vs. Astros? 5/21/17
Will the Indians complete their sweep of the Astros when the two teams meet Sunday at 2:10PM ET for the finale?
The Odds
According to oddsmakers, both the Indians and Astros have odds of -111, respectively, to win today’s game. With Danny Salazar set to oppose Joe Musgrove in the pitching matchup, the over/under currently sits at 8 runs.
Indians have been unsucessful with Salazar on hill
Cleveland is just 1-4 in Salazar’s last five starts. The Tribe has also dropped five of his last six outings when their opponent scores two runs or less in its previous game. In Salazar’s last seven starts after allowing two runs or less in their previous game, the Indians are winless at 0-7.
That said, the Indians are also 8-1 in Salazar’s last nine starts following a team loss in their previous game. They’re 7-1 in his last eight outings versus a team that owns a winning record, too.
Astros profitable overall
Despite dropping back to back games to Cleveland, Houston has won 25 of its last 35 games overall. The Astros are also 5-0 in their last five games after scoring two runs or less in their previous contest. In their last six games coming off a loss, the club is 5-1.
MLB Predictions
The Astros have struggled against the American League Central, dropping four straight against that division. They’re also 3-12 in their last 15 home games versus a team with a winning record. In Musgrove’s last five home starts, Houston is just 1-4.
Meanwhile, the Indians have won four straight against American League West competition. They’re also 16-6 in their last 22 road games versus a right-handed starter. In their last seven road games, they’re 5-2.
Sunday MLB Prediction: Cleveland Indians -111
