Mariners vs. Astros Prediction for MLB Friday [8/18/2023]

The Houston Astros will face the Seattle Mariners in MLB action at Minute Maid Park on Friday, commencing at 8:10PM ET.

J.P. France (9-3, 2.74 ERA) will be the starting pitcher for the Astros, while the Mariners have opted for Bryce Miller (7-4, 4.04 ERA).

Dimers' best betting picks for Mariners vs. Astros, as well as game predictions and betting odds, are featured in this article.

Who Will Win: Mariners vs. Astros

Based on high-tech computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Friday's Mariners-Astros MLB matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' famous predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Astros a 57% chance of defeating the Mariners.

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Mariners vs. Astros Odds [8/18]

• Run Line: Astros -1.5 (+145), Mariners +1.5 (-160)
• Moneyline: Astros -140, Mariners +125
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-104/-112)

The Astros are -1.5 favorites against the Mariners, with +145 at PointsBet the best odds currently available.

For the underdog Mariners (+1.5) to cover the run line, BetMGM has the best odds currently on offer at -160.

PointsBet currently has the best moneyline odds for the Astros at -140. That means you can risk $140 to win $100, for a total payout of $240, if they get the W.

On the other hand, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Mariners at +125, where you can bet $100 to profit $125, earning a total payout of $225, if they win.

The Over/Under sits at 8.5 with FanDuel Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -104, while DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -112.

As always, make sure you check the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best MLB odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Mariners (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the run line, while the Over/Under total of 8.5 runs has a 55% chance of going Over.

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Best Bets: Mariners vs. Astros

• Run Line: Mariners +1.5 @ -160 via BetMGM (61% probability)
• Moneyline: Astros @ -140 via PointsBet (57% probability)
• Total: Over 8.5 @ -104 via FanDuel Sportsbook (55% probability)

Dimers' best bets are based on detailed simulations and wagering intelligence to serve you the best possible plays 24/7/365.

Mariners vs. Astros Prediction

Dimers.com predicts that the Astros are more likely to beat the Mariners in the MLB game on Friday.

This prediction is based on extensive data-driven analysis, with the Astros given a 57% probability of winning after conducting 10,000 game simulations.

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Dimers has full betting coverage of Friday's Mariners-Astros game, including pregame predictions, free picks, and live win probabilities.

Remember, DimersBOT updates regularly, so check this page for any changes to our betting insights ahead of Mariners vs. Astros on Friday August 18, 2023.

Mariners vs. Astros 2023

Friday's MLB game between the Astros and Mariners at Minute Maid Park is scheduled to start at 8:10PM ET.

• Who: Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros
• Date: Friday August 18, 2023
• Time: 8:10PM ET / 5:10PM PT
• Venue: Minute Maid Park

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