The Houston Astros are set to battle the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum on July 22, 2024, starting at 09:40 pm under a clear sky. Taking the mound for the Astros, Spencer Arrighetti enters the game with an ERA of 5.625, contrasted by Hogan Harris of the Athletics, who boasts a more favorable ERA of 3.399. In the 2024 AL West Division, the Astros sit at 7th with a 52-47 record, showing a better recent form with six wins in their last ten games despite a recent setback. The Athletics trail in the standings, ranked 14th at 39-62, and have struggled recently, capturing only five victories in their last ten outings. The game promises intriguing strategic match-ups, given the mix of recent form and historical stats. Discussing odds, the point spread for the match is set at 1.5, with an over/under mark of 8.0 runs. The Astros are the favorites on the money line at -150, indicative of their stronger divisional performance, while the Athletics are listed at +127, reflecting their underdog status but also presenting a potential value pick for bettors believing in an upset.