Angels vs. Astros: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Angels vs. Astros MLB game on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Angels
Grayson Rodriguez 3-5, 7.17 ERA
18
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Daikin Park
Astros
Peter Lambert 8-6, 3.11 ERA
Daikin Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Angels
1 3 0 6 4 0 2 0 2 18 18 1
Astros
2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 8 2
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Angels
    100%
  • Astros
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Christian Vázquez strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
Angels Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Siri CF1100010.0000.500
2 O. Peraza 2B11100001.0003.000
3 D. Guzman 3B2112101.5002.500
4 Z. Neto SS6257100.8332.333
5 M. Ballesteros DH6222002.3330.833
6 V. Grissom 1B6133001.5001.167
7 J. Lowe RF5220001.4000.800
8 T. Heineman C3111000.3330.666
9 A. Frazier LF5222000.4001.000
Astros Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 L. Wade P3100013.0000.250
2 Y. Diaz 1B2010000.5001.000
3 I. Paredes 3B4020000.5001.250
4 R. Delgado 2B2000001.0000.000
5 D. Varsho CF4110000.2500.750
6 T. Trammell LF4000002.0000.000
7 C. Smith RF3001001.0000.000
8 N. Allen SS4020000.5001.000
9 C. Vázquez C4010001.2500.500

Angels vs. Astros: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Thursday

  • Teams: LA Angels Angels vs. Houston Astros
  • Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
  • Time: 8:10PM ET
  • Venue: Daikin Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Angels (+1.5, -122), Astros (-1.5, +122)
  • Moneyline: Angels +170, Astros -178
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (+117/-115)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Angels: 36.1%
  • Astros: 63.9%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Angels a win probability of 36.1%, while the Astros have a win probability of 63.9%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Astros are more likely to beat the Angels in the MLB game at Daikin Park on Thursday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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