This is a 10* IL TOM on the OVER Astros/D-backs.

The Astros have one of the most prolific offenses in the league, and off their first loss of the season, I expect them to take advantage of this hitter-friendly park.

Luis Garcia went 11-8 with a 3.48 ERA in 2021 for the Astros. He'll have his hands full today though with a Diamondbacks team that just 1-3 here at home to the Padres. That included a 10-5 loss on Sunday.

Houston went 3-1 over the Angels to open the season, including a 4-1 victory on Sunday.

It's interesting to note though that Arizona has seen the total go OVER the number in eight of its last ten after a five runs or greater loss in its previous outing.

Madison Bumgarner will fill in for Zac Gallen. Bumgarner is 0-0 with a 3.00 ERA after throwing three innings on Opening Day.

I expect each starter to get chased early and that'll help in pushing this total OVER the number sooner, rather than later.

Good luck, NP