The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to face the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on September 7, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 4:10 PM under a clear sky. Arizona will send Eduardo Rodriguez to the hill, carrying an ERA of 5.329, while the Astros will counter with Yusei Kikuchi, who holds an ERA of 4.241.

In the NL West Division, the Diamondbacks sit in fifth place with a 79-63 record, translating to a .560 winning percentage. Their divisional performance shows 25 wins against 18 losses. The team’s recent outcomes include four wins in their last ten games, currently on a two-game losing streak. Their road record stands at 40-32.

Meanwhile, the Astros are also fifth in the AL West, with a record of 76-65 (.540 winning percentage). They hold the top spot in their division games with 21 wins and 18 losses, and have won six out of their last ten games, including a recent victory to put them on a one-game winning streak. The Astros display a strong home record of 40-29.

The betting odds for this contest are particularly intriguing. The point spread is set at -1.5, leaning towards a potentially tight game. The over/under is capped at 8.0, indicating expectations of moderate scoring. For those interested in money lines, the Astros are favored at -167, with the Diamondbacks listed at +142. These odds suggest a slight preference for Houston but acknowledge the competitiveness this game could offer.