LiontipsBoston Red Sox vs Houston Astros. Prediction and Betting Tips for MLB (October 19, 2021).
Command Analysis
The Boston Red Sox looked solid in both away games. In the opening match, the Red Sox narrowly missed a victory due to failures at the end of the game (4:5). However, the second match at Houston showed that Alex Cora's charges are more confident and powerful at the moment. They recorded a victory (9:5), thus making the score in the series even.
The Houston Astros did not look stronger than the opponent in the two home fixtures. Dusty Bakers' charges managed to snatch a victory in the first game thanks to the mistakes of the Red Sox, but in the second game it became clear that the Astros are very tired after the regular season, and Boston equalized the score in the series.
Trends
- The Boston Red Sox won the last 3 home games
- The Houston Astros lost 5 out of 6 previous away games
- The Red Sox defeated the Astros in the last head-to-head game in Boston
Tip and bets
The matches in Houston showed that the Red Sox look much stronger than their opponents and that they have retained more energy at the end of the season. The Red Sox will strive to win both home games, and they will make life extremely difficult for the Astros. We don't think that Houston will be able to keep up with the hosts and predict a victory for the Red Sox.
Our prediction - the Boston Red Sox to win
