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Houston Astros vs Los Angeles Dodgers predictions, May 04, 2026

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As the Houston Astros prepare to host the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 4, 2026, both teams are looking to reverse their recent fortunes in this highly-anticipated MLB matchup. The Astros have secured only 1 win in their last 5 games, struggling to find their rhythm at the plate and in the bullpen. This home game provides a crucial opportunity for them to re-establish their dominance at Minute Maid Park.

Conversely, the Dodgers come into this contest having failed to secure a victory in their last 5 outings. This slump has raised concerns about their usual offensive prowess, which will need to be addressed if they hope to turn the tide against a resilient Astros squad.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.67 for a home win and 1.51 for an away victory, reflecting the Dodgers’ status as favorites despite their recent struggles. Our model indicates a 37.5% chance of a home win for the Astros and a 62.5% likelihood of an away victory for the Dodgers. While recent form favors Los Angeles, the competitive nature of MLB and the Astros’ home advantage mean that anything could unfold on game day.

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Houston
36.2%		 LA Dodgers
63.8%

Outrights of MLB Los Angeles Dodgers: 27.91% Houston Astros: 1.77%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.68 1.55
2.65 1.47

Latest Results

03.05.26 Boston Red Sox – Houston Astros – 3:6
02.05.26 Boston Red Sox – Houston Astros – 3:1
01.05.26 Boston Red Sox – Houston Astros – 3:1
30.04.26 Baltimore Orioles – Houston Astros – 10:3
30.04.26 Baltimore Orioles – Houston Astros – 10:3		 03.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 3:2
02.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 3:2
01.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 7:2
29.04.26 Los Angeles Dodgers – Miami Marlins – 2:3
28.04.26 Los Angeles Dodgers – Miami Marlins – 1:2

Facts

  • An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 15 and 3).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Houston won 4.
  • Houston has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • LA Dodgers is going through a series of losses (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Recently, Houston has had a series of away games.
  • LA Dodgers will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Houston won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 103:78. (average 5.2:3.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Houston won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 25:32. (average 3.6:4.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    06.07.25 Los Angeles Dodgers – Houston Astros – 1:5
    05.07.25 Los Angeles Dodgers – Houston Astros – 4:6
    04.07.25 Los Angeles Dodgers – Houston Astros – 1:18
    28.07.24 Houston Astros – Los Angeles Dodgers – 2:6
    27.07.24 Houston Astros – Los Angeles Dodgers – 7:6

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 New York Yankees 33 22 11 169:112 0.667
    2 Tampa Bay Rays 33 21 12 147:140 0.636
    3 Cleveland Guardians 34 18 16 145:142 0.529
    4 Athletics 33 17 16 142:158 0.515
    5 Detroit Tigers 34 17 17 151:139 0.500
    6 Chicago White Sox 33 16 17 141:155 0.485
    7 Texas Rangers 33 16 17 126:121 0.485
    8 Toronto Blue Jays 34 16 18 143:157 0.471
    9 Seattle Mariners 34 16 18 142:137 0.471
    10 Baltimore Orioles 33 15 18 151:173 0.455
    11 Minnesota Twins 35 15 20 165:170 0.429
    12 Kansas City Royals 33 14 19 136:156 0.424
    13 Boston Red Sox 33 13 20 129:146 0.394
    14 Los Angeles Angels 34 13 21 157:168 0.382
    15 Houston Astros 34 13 21 175:200 0.382

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Atlanta Braves 34 24 10 194:118 0.706
    2 Chicago Cubs 33 21 12 177:139 0.636
    3 Los Angeles Dodgers 33 20 13 171:111 0.606
    4 St.Louis Cardinals 33 20 13 165:162 0.606
    5 San Diego Padres 32 19 13 141:143 0.594
    6 Cincinnati Reds 34 20 14 141:163 0.588
    7 Milwaukee Brewers 33 18 15 172:127 0.545
    8 Pittsburgh Pirates 35 19 16 180:149 0.543
    9 Arizona Diamondbacks 32 16 16 146:173 0.500
    10 Miami Marlins 34 16 18 146:147 0.471
    11 Washington Nationals 35 16 19 180:197 0.457
    12 Philadelphia Phillies 34 14 20 131:174 0.412
    13 Colorado Rockies 34 14 20 144:161 0.412
    14 San Francisco Giants 34 13 21 106:140 0.382
    15 New York Mets 33 11 22 113:148 0.333

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.8 (27.91%)

    2. New York Yankees: 6.63 (11.8%)

    3. Atlanta Braves: 11 (7.1%)

    4. Seattle Mariners: 12.75 (6.13%)

    5. Chicago Cubs: 15.75 (4.96%)

    6. Detroit Tigers: 18.75 (4.17%)

    7. Toronto Blue Jays: 20.5 (3.81%)

    8. Texas Rangers: 23.25 (3.36%)

    9. Baltimore Orioles: 26.75 (2.92%)

    10. Philadelphia Phillies: 27 (2.89%)

    11. Milwaukee Brewers: 29.25 (2.67%)

    12. San Diego Padres: 31.75 (2.46%)

    13. New York Mets: 39.25 (1.99%)

    14. Cincinnati Reds: 41.75 (1.87%)

    15. Boston Red Sox: 43 (1.82%)

    16. Houston Astros: 44.25 (1.77%)

    17. Cleveland Guardians: 44.25 (1.77%)

    18. Tampa Bay Rays: 50.5 (1.55%)

    19. Pittsburgh Pirates: 50.5 (1.55%)

    20. Kansas City Royals: 51.75 (1.51%)

    21. Athletics: 58.25 (1.34%)

    22. Arizona Diamondbacks: 68 (1.15%)

    23. Minnesota Twins: 101.75 (0.77%)

    24. San Francisco Giants: 106.75 (0.73%)

    25. St.Louis Cardinals: 138 (0.57%)

    26. Miami Marlins: 156.75 (0.5%)

    27. Los Angeles Angels: 200.5 (0.39%)

    28. Chicago White Sox: 313 (0.25%)

    29. Washington Nationals: 450.5 (0.17%)

    30. Colorado Rockies: 600.5 (0.13%)

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