Consider that the Houston Astros have two World Series championships and four pennants since 2017. Also, Houston has had nine playoff appearances in the last ten years. The Houston Astros are one of baseball’s most successful franchises. Houston had a significant roster turnover in the baseball betting odds offseason. Correlate that those changes had some gamblers concerned about their prospects for the upcoming season. But Houston is quickly making converts. So far, the Astros appear to be a serious World Series contender. Their offseason moves have rejuvenated the franchise. Gamblers are taking a second hard look at the Astros.
2025 Houston Astros
| 2025 World Series Championship Odds: | +1100 |
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| 2025 American League Pennant Odds: | +450 |
| 2025 American League West Division Championship Odds: | -600 |
| MLB Payroll Ranking: | 10th |
Houston Astros Upcoming Games
The Astros will host the Cleveland Guardians in a 3-game series from July 7-9. Next is a 3-game home series with the Texas Rangers from July 11-13.
Astros Manager and Key Players
Last year, Joe Espada replaced the retired Dusty Baker as manager. He was an Astros coach from 2018 to 2023.
In 2024, closer Josh Hader was 8-8 with a 3.80 earned run average and 0.96 WHIP. He saved 34 games. Hader struck out 105 batters in 71 innings. So far in 2025, Hader has 23 saves in 23 chances. His offshore betting record is 5-1 with a 1.67 earned run average and 0.60 WHIP. Hader is making a strong argument that he is the best closer in the game.
SP Framber Valdez is the highest-paid pitcher and number-one starter. Last year, he was 15-7 with a 2.91 earned run average and 1.11 WHIP. He struck out 169 batters in 176.1 innings. Valdez is a 2-time All-Star and was a member of Houston’s 2022 World Series team. In 2025, Valdez is 9-4 with a 2.72 earned run average and 1.13 WHIP.
2B Jose Altuve is the highest-paid player on the Astros. He is a 9-time All-Star and was a member of both World Series championship teams in Houston. Altuve is a 3-time batting champion and 2-time stolen base leader. Last year, Altuve produced 94 runs, 31 doubles, 20 home runs, 65 runs batted in, 22 stolen bases, a .295 average, and .789 OPS. So far in 2025, Altuve has 39 runs, 10 doubles, 13 home runs, 36 runs batted in with a .260 batting average and a .727 OPS.
Houston Astros Team Overview
So far at the midway point of the 2025 season, the Houston Astros are reminding gamblers why they were such a popular brand for the past decade. Houston is dominating the American League West and printing money along the way. Indeed, few MLB brands have the cache and power with fans and gamblers like the Houston Astros.
Overall, Houston ranks 19th for run production, 15th for OPS, and 14th for home runs. On the mound, Houston ranks 7th for earned run average, 2nd for WHIP, and 3rd for quality starts. Houston ranks 9th for the fewest errors committed. Houston ranks 3rd for bullpen earned run average.
To summarize, the Houston Astros are 50-34 and 35-46-3 under the MLB odds total. Houston leads the American League West by 6.5 games over the Seattle Mariners. Houston is 32-14 at home and 18-20 on the road. Astros are +926 units vs. the moneyline and +142 vs. the run line. The Astros are +1239 units at home and +204 units on the road.