Astros vs. Guardians prediction: Odds, recent stats, trends, and best bets for April 22

The Houston Astros (9-16) and the Cleveland Guardians (14-11) conclude their three-game series at Progressive Field this afternoon with the teams splitting the first two games. Last night, Cleveland rookie Parker Messick looked human for the first time this season allowing three runs over five innings, but Houston’s bullpen imploded in the eighth allowing six runs as the Guardians rallied for an 8-5 win. Chase DeLauter drove in a pair with a triple in the big inning and Kyle Manzardo knocked in a pair picked up a couple RBIs with a single later that inning.

The Guardians maintained sole possession of first in the AL Central with the win. Houston Maintained their position in the standings as well…last in the AL West. Tanner Bibee takes the mound for the Guardians today against Peter Lambert of the Astros.

Neither hurler has been good to this point on the season. Each continues their pursuit of their first win of the campaign. Bibee brings a 4.

81 ERA into the contest while Lambert sports an ERA of 7. 20 following his lone start and appearance of the season last week. Lets dive into tonight’s matchup and find a sweat or two.