Astros starter Brett Oberholtzer is a very hit-able lefty and the Houston bullpen had to log a load of innings on Sunday as starter Victor Velasquez got yanked in the fourth inning. The Astros are hitting lots of homer right now, but their weakest numbers have come on the road against lefties, and that's what they'll see tonight.

Hector Santiago has been more than expected for the Angels.
The left-hander gets the ball for the opener of a three-game set against the Astros. Santiago received a no-decision in three of his previous four starts, but he allowed three runs in five innings in a losing effort last time out against the D-backs.

That's not to suggest he's anything resembling an ace, but Santiago has given the Angels some decent outings, and he's generating an impressive K/IP ratio. That should serve him well against a team that swings and misses at a substantial rate, which the Astros have done.

If the Angels can get to the eighth inning tied or ahead, they're the favorites with a fresh Joe Smith and Huston Street.

Take the Angels at home here on Monday night.