MLB
- Total: o8.5 -120 Astros vs Orioles u8.5 -102
- Money Line: -102 Astros vs Orioles -116
- Watch: MLBtv / Oriole Park, Baltimore, MD, August 21, 2025 7:15 PM EDT
- Pitching: Alexander, J vs Young
The betting market has its eyes on Oriole Park tonight as the Astros and Orioles square off in a high-profile AL matchup. Baltimore sits as a slim -116 favorite, but the public is leaning Houston, with 57% of the handle backing the Astros (-102) despite their underdog status.
The pitching duel features Joey Alexander for Houston against Young for Baltimore, setting the tone for what could be a tightly contested affair. The total sits at 8.5 runs (O -120 / U -102), and both clubs have shown mixed tendencies when it comes to run production, making totals bettors tread carefully.
Sharp money may eye the dog value, but with the public heavy on Houston, fade potential on the Astros looms.
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Houston Astros vs Baltimore Orioles moneyline -102 being hammered by 57% of the betting public. |  |
📍: BAL
⚾️: 6:15pm CDT | 7:15pm EDT
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