Rays vs Astros Prediction and MLB Tips - 14 August 2024
Last updated: Aug 13, 2024, 10:51PM | Published: Aug 12, 2024, 7:33PM
The Tampa Bay Rays will face the Houston Astros in MLB action at Tropicana Field on Wednesday, commencing at 8:50am AEST.
Shane Baz (0-1, 4.30 ERA) will start for the Rays, up against Yusei Kikuchi (5-9, 4.62 ERA) for the Astros.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Rays vs Astros game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Tampa Bay vs Houston MLB game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Astros a 53% chance of defeating the Rays at Tropicana Field.
Rays vs Astros: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's MLB game at Tropicana Field are shown below:
- Head to Head: Rays $2.05, Astros $1.75
- Line: Rays +1.5 ($1.60), Astros -1.5 ($2.35)
- Total (Over/Under 7.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has the Rays at $2.05 and the Astros at $1.75.
The Rays are listed as 1.5-run underdogs against the Astros, with odds of $1.60 available at TAB.
For the favourite Astros (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.35.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Rays (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 61% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Rays vs Astros: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Tampa Bay at $2.05 with TAB (0.9% edge)
- Line: Rays +1.5 at $1.60 with TAB (61% probability)
- Total Runs: Under 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB (52% probability)
These Rays vs Astros best bets are based on detailed simulations and wagering intelligence to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Astros have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Rays to win is our preferred option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
Rays vs Astros: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Tampa Bay vs Houston game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Tampa Bay vs Houston match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips for every MLB game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Rays vs Astros: Essential Details
The match-up between the Rays and Astros at Tropicana Field is scheduled to commence at 8:50am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: Tampa Bay Rays vs Houston Astros
- Date: Wednesday 14 August 2024
- Time: 8:50am AEST
- Venue: Tropicana Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Our Tampa Bay vs Houston predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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