Best Bets for the Chicago vs Houston
Below are the top 5 sports handicappers with picks on this game. Experts are listed in order based based on their hit rate from previous picks on the Chicago and/or Houston games and their overall MLB rankings. Visit their website directly to purchase their best bets for the day.
| Rank | Sports Handicapper | Pick | Result | Hit Rate | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Alfonso "Alfy" Bruno | 135 | Loss (-500) | 88% | View Website |
| #2 | Vic Diamante | 135 | Loss (-500) | 83% | View Website |
| #3 | Cole Patrick | Over 8.5 (-105) | Win (+500) | 80% | View Website |
| #4 | Jim Paulson | -1.5 (130) | Loss (-500) | 80% | View Website |
| #5 | Bryan Bowman | -1.5 (120) | Loss (-500) | 77% | View Website |
Vegas Trends and Betting Odds
Chicago have won the past 2 out of 5 games while the Houston have won the past 3 out of 5 games. The Chicago are 2 and 3 on the most recent away games while the Houston are 2 and 3 at home. Vegas has the line at Houston -170 and the total at 8.5.
More hot bets: Philadelphia Phillies @ Los Angeles Dodgers, Kansas City Royals @ Texas Rangers, or Milwaukee Brewers @ Houston Astros.

