Monday's game features the Houston Astros (52-47) and the Oakland Athletics (39-62) clashing at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in what is expected to be a close matchup, with a projected 5-4 victory for the Astros according to our computer prediction. First pitch is at 9:40 PM ET on July 22. The Astros will look to Spencer Arrighetti (4-7) against the Athletics and Hogan Harris (1-3). Watch MLB, other live sports and more on Fubo! Use our link to sign up for a free trial. Astros vs. Athletics Game Info & Odds When: Monday, July 22, 2024 at 9:40 PM ET Where: Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in Oakland, California How to Watch on TV: SCHN Place your bets on any MLB matchup at BetMGM, and sign up with our link for a first-time deposit bonus! Astros vs. Athletics Score Prediction Our pick for this matchup is Astros 5, Athletics 4. Total Prediction for Astros vs. Athletics Total Prediction: Under 8.5 runs Astros Performance Insights In five games as the favorite over the last 10 matchups, the Astros have a record of 4-1. In its last 10 games with a total, Houston and its opponents are 4-6-0 when it comes to hitting the over. The Astros have won 38, or 55.1%, of the 69 games they've played as favorites this season. Houston has a record of 26-15, a 63.4% win rate, when favored by -145 or more by sportsbooks this season. The moneyline for this contest implies a 59.2% chance of a victory for the Astros. Houston is among the highest-scoring teams in the majors, ranking ninth with 468 total runs this season. The Astros have the 15th-ranked team ERA among all league pitching staffs (4.00). Athletics Performance Insights In seven games as the underdog over the last 10 matchups, the Athletics have posted a mark of 3-4. In its last 10 games with an over/under, Oakland and its opponents have combined to eclipse the total seven times. The Athletics have been victorious in 28, or 32.6%, of the 86 contests they have been chosen as underdogs in this season. Oakland has a win-loss record of 20-47 when favored by 120 or worse by oddsmakers this year. The Athletics have an implied victory probability of 45.5% according to the moneyline set for this matchup. Oakland scores the 21st-most runs in baseball (416 total, 4.1 per game). Athletics pitchers have a combined ERA of 4.45 ERA this year, which ranks 25th in MLB. Put your picks to the test and bet with BetMGM! Astros Schedule Athletics Schedule Rep your team with officially licensed MLB gear! Head to Fanatics to find jerseys, shirts, and much more. Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21 to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER. dataskrive is a Tribune-Review freelancer. You can contact dataskrive at info@triblive.com. Remove the ads from your TribLIVE reading experience but still support the journalists who create the content with TribLIVE Ad-Free. Get Ad-Free > Sign Up for NotificationsStay up-to-date on important news from TribLIVE