Saturday, April 12, 8:05 PM on CSNH, FSSW

Globe Life Park in Arlington, Arlington, Texas

Houston - Cosart, J (1-1) vs. Texas - Scheppers, T (0-1)

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The Houston Astros continue their iron man start to the season, not having a day off since their opening game. They look to find success in a 3-game set with Texas as they send Jarred Cosart (1-1) to the hill to take on Tanner Scheppers (0-1) and the Rangers. The 23-year-old Cosart started off the season well, allowing just 4 hits and 0ER over 5 innings to get the win against the Yankees. His second outing did not fare as well though with the Angels plating 5 runs in 6 innings to fuel a 9-1 win.

Cosart made 10 starts in his rookie season a year ago, including one against the Rangers in which he was dealt a loss as the Astros fell 2-4. Cosart didn't pitch bad except for giving up a 2-run HR to Adrian Beltre as the pitcher allowed 3 runs on just 4 hits over 6 innings. Cosart would be wise to avoid Beltre, who also had a double in his 3 AB's versus the right-hander.

Texas' Tanner Scheppers looks for his first win as he climbs the hill for the 3rd time in 2014. Scheppers was able to find his control in an April 7th outing against Boston, allowing just 2 runs over 5 innings and giving up 9 hits. It was a welcome relief as the 3rd year player made his debut as a starting pitcher, giving up 7 ER to Philly over just 4 innings pitched. Scheppers aims to lower an ERA that currently sits at 9.00.

Houston Betting Trends

Houston is 5-5-0 against the Over/Under

Run differential for Houston is -2.0

Texas Betting Trends

Texas is 4-5-0 against the Over/Under

Run differential for Texas is -1.1

Injuries to Watch

Houston

03/31/14 P Alex White Elbow 15-day DL (3/21)
03/31/14 P Asher Wojcie Side 15-day DL (3/21)
03/31/14 P Jesse Crain Bicep 15-day DL (3/21)

Texas

04/11/14 3B Adrian Beltre Quad questionable
04/08/14 P Joe Saunders Ankle 15-day DL (4/5)
03/31/14 C Geovany Soto Knee 60-day DL (3/30)
03/31/14 2B Jurickson Profar Shoulder 15-day DL (3/23)
03/31/14 P Matt Harrison Back 15-day DL (3/29)
03/28/14 P Derek Holland Knee 60-day DL (3/3)
03/28/14 RF Engel Beltre Leg 60-day DL (3/26)
03/28/14 P Joe Ortiz Foot 60-day DL (2/14)

Guy's Pick: Take Texas

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