Diamondbacks vs. Astros: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Diamondbacks vs. Astros MLB game on Friday, September 4, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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D-Backs
Merrill Kelly 9-12, 5.08 ERA
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3
Daikin Park
Astros
Cristian Javier 1-5, 6.45 ERA
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
D-Backs
0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 0
Astros
0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 X 3 7 0
Live Probabilities
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  • D-Backs
    0%
  • Astros
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Tim Tawa strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
D-Backs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 G. Perdomo SS3010010.3330.833
2 C. Carroll RF4000002.0000.000
3 G. Moreno C2111121.5002.750
4 K. Marte 2B3010011.3331.167
5 L. Nootbaar DH3000011.0000.250
6 N. Arenado 3B3000011.0000.250
7 J. Lawlar CF2000002.0000.000
8 T. Tawa 1B3000013.0000.250
9 R. Waldschmidt LF3000002.0000.000
Astros Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Peña SS4110002.2500.500
2 Y. Alvarez DH4120000.5001.000
3 I. Paredes 3B3011000.3331.167
4 N. Allen 2B0000000.0000.000
5 D. Varsho CF3000000.0000.000
6 C. Walker 1B3010000.3330.666
7 T. Trammell LF3000001.0000.000
8 Y. Diaz C3121100.6672.334
9 C. Smith RF1000001.0000.000

Diamondbacks vs. Astros: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Friday

  • Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Houston Astros
  • Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
  • Time: 8:10PM ET
  • Venue: Daikin Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Diamondbacks (+1.5, -178), Astros (-1.5, +170)
  • Moneyline: Diamondbacks +115, Astros -117
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (-113/+115)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Diamondbacks: 47.3%
  • Astros: 52.7%

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 Diamondbacks a win probability of 47.3%, while the Astros have a win probability of 52.7%.

Summary

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

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