The Astros have had the better record against the Rangers this season and veteran pitcher Verlander has played well in the postseason winning his game in the last series. He also beat the Rangers this season as well. This team is experienced and knows what to do in this situation. Verlander is more trustworthy of the two pitchers today. Montgomery has done well in the post season but has yet to face the Astros as a Ranger. Montgomery is 4-10 SU versus division opponents this season and he is 5-12 SU on the road. As much as this Ranger's team has been exciting this season, the more experienced team is the Astros and in the league championship series they are 8-2 SU in the last three seasons.

Montgomery as a road underdog of +100 to +150 is 2-3 SU this season. Verlander when the money line is -100 to -150 is 9-2 SU this season and at home with a money line of -100 to -150 Verlander is 5-1 SU. Verlander against division opponents is 4-2 SU. Houston are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games. Texas are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games against Houston. Houston when playing in the 1st game of a playoff series are 1-0 SU this season and 5-2 SU in the last three seasons.

Best bet: take Houston on the moneyline.