Philadelphia Phillies at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

The Philadelphia Phillies (13-13) begin a 3-game series against the Houston Astros (14-11) on Friday at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's lines around the Phillies vs. Astrosodds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting of 2023. The Astros posted a 2-1 record against the Phillies in 2022.

The Phillies came away with a 1-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners Thursday. Philadelphia is on a 2-game win streak and has won 5 of its last 6 contests.

The Astros defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 on Wednesday and had a day off Thursday. Houston has gone 7-3 in its last 10 games and is also amid a 2-game win streak.