Set against the backdrop of Minute Maid Park, the Oakland Athletics will take on the Houston Astros in an evening game scheduled for May 13, 2024, at 8:10 PM. Weather forecasts predict light rain, adding an extra layer of challenge for the players.

Ross Stripling will lead the pitching for the Athletics, sporting a 5.143 ERA, while Spencer Arrighetti will counter for the Astros, entering the game with a higher 8.438 ERA. Looking at the standings in the 2024 AL West Division, the Athletics are positioned 11th with a record of 19-23, earning a .450 win percentage thus far. Despite their position, they have shown some resilience in recent games, although they are currently in a losing streak (L1). The Athletics seem to struggle more at home than on the road, with a home record of 10-13 compared to 9-10 when away.

On the other side, the Astros are not faring much better, standing 13th with a win-loss record of 15-25, a win percentage of .380. Their home game performance is notably weak with a 7-12 record, although they slightly better their road stats at 8-13. The Astros have maintained a somewhat balanced record in divisional matchups, with an even 5-5.

As for the betting odds: the point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Astros, and the over/under stands at 8.5. For those betting on the outcome, the MoneyLine odds are -183 for the Astros and +153 for the Athletics. These odds indicate favoritism towards the Astros, likely influenced by their recent form that includes a minor winning streak (W1), despite their lower standings. Placing bets on this game would favor those looking at recent momentum and home advantage for the Astros.