Astros vs. Rays Prediction: Astros Favored to Win After New Data Released for Wednesday's MLB Game [8/14/2024]

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Astros vs. Rays Prediction: Astros Favored to Win After New Data Released for Wednesday's MLB Game [8/14/2024]

The Tampa Bay Rays will take on the Houston Astros in MLB action at Tropicana Field on Wednesday, commencing at 6:50PM ET.

The Rays will start Zack Littell (5-8, 3.97 ERA), pitting him against Ronel Blanco (9-6, 3.02 ERA) for the Astros.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced MLB model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Astros as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Astros-Rays game 10,000 times," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Astros' chance of winning at 53%, with the Rays at 47%."

Astros vs. Rays Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Wednesday's MLB action between the Rays and Astros at Tropicana Field is scheduled to start at 6:50PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Wednesday's Astros vs. Rays matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Rays vs. Astros picks, be sure to check out the latest MLB predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

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Astros vs. Rays Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Run Line?

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's MLB game between the Astros and Rays 10,000 times as part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Astros a 53% chance of beating the Rays.

According to our model, the Rays (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the run line, while the 7.5-run over/under has a 54% chance of going over.

Pre-Game Probabilities
Last Updated: 10:28PM, Aug 14
Moneyline
Over / Under
Run Line
Astros
Win %
53%
47%
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Rays
Astros HOU
Win %
53%
47%
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Rays TB
Ronel Blanco 9-6, 3.02 ERA
Zack Littell 5-8, 3.97 ERA
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Astros vs. Rays Odds [8/14/2024]

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Astros Rays
Run Line -1.5 (+140) +1.5 (-164)
Moneyline -124 +106
Total o7.5 (-115) u7.5 (-104)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Astros vs. Rays Picks

Our model's strongest edge in today's Astros vs. Rays matchup is on the run line.

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Conclusion

We predict the Astros, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Rays on Wednesday.

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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.

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