The Los Angeles Angels are set to clash with the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on the evening of September 19, 2024, starting at 8:10 PM under a clear sky. José Suarez will take the mound for the Angels, entering the game with a 6.803 ERA, while Yusei Kikuchi, sporting a 4.289 ERA, will pitch for the Astros.

In the 2024 AL West Division standings, the Angels currently sit in 14th place with a record of 62-90, achieving a winning percentage of .41, placing them last in the division with a record of 20-25 against division rivals. They’ve managed 3 wins in their last 10 games and are riding a two-game win streak. The Astros hold the 4th position in the same division with an 82-70 record, a winning percentage of .54, and top the divisional games with a 25-20 record, despite losing their last game.

The betting odds indicate the Astros as favorites with a -1.5 point spread and a money line of -277, reflecting their stronger season performance. The total over/under for the game is set at 8.0 runs. With the Angels positioned as underdogs, their money line stands at +229. This game promises pivotal division rivalry implications and could pivot the standings as the season heads into its final stretch.