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Houston Astros vs Milwaukee Brewers 5/5/25 MLB Free Pick

In this exciting MLB matchup, we have the Houston Astros facing off against the Milwaukee Brewers. Let's dive into the stats and analysis to help you make an informed betting decision.

The Houston Astros come into this game after a loss in their previous outing. They currently hold the 3rd position in the standings with 17 wins and 16 losses. The Astros have been solid at home with an 11-7 record but have struggled on the road, posting a 6-9 record away from home. Despite their recent loss, the Astros have been competitive, averaging 4.0 points for and 3.6 points against per game.

On the other hand, the Milwaukee Brewers are coming off a win in their last game. They also sit in the 3rd position in the standings with a similar record to the Astros, 17 wins and 18 losses. The Brewers have been impressive at home with a 10-6 record but have struggled on the road, going 7-12 away from home. They have been slightly better offensively than the Astros, averaging 4.7 points for and 4.7 points against per game.

Looking at the power ratings, the Houston Astros have a power rating of 109.40 with a win percentage of 0.531 and a minimal points differential of 0.01. In comparison, the Milwaukee Brewers have a power rating of -44.27 with a win percentage of 0.471 and an equal points differential of 0.00. The power ratings suggest that the Astros have been the more consistent and slightly stronger team overall.

Now, let's talk about the game odds. The Astros are the away team with a point spread of +1.5, while the Brewers are the home team favored by -1.5. The Astros have an odds line of -225, indicating they are the favorites, while the Brewers have an odds line of +185 as the underdogs. The money line odds are close, with the Astros at -107 and the Brewers at -113. The over/under for the game is set at 8.0 points, with both the over and under having odds of -110.

In conclusion, this game promises to be a close and competitive matchup between two evenly matched teams. The Astros have the slight edge in power ratings and odds, but the Brewers have been strong at home. Consider the Astros as the favorites, but don't count out the Brewers, especially when playing in front of their home crowd. Make sure to factor in all the stats and odds before placing your bet. Enjoy the game!

The ProCappers predicted final score is for the Milwaukee Brewers beating the visiting Houston Astros 5-4.

BG Sports Free Pick Milwaukee Brewers (-107)