Diamondbacks vs. Astros: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Diamondbacks vs. Astros MLB game on Saturday, September 5, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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D-Backs
Brandon Pfaadt 7-2, 3.49 ERA
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Astros
Ethan Pecko 1-0, 6.23 ERA
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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RHE
D-Backs
0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 4 8 0
Astros
0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 9 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • D-Backs
    100%
  • Astros
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Jose Altuve strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
D-Backs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 I. Vargas DH1100000.0000.000
2 G. Perdomo SS3001001.0000.000
3 G. Moreno C5021001.4001.000
4 K. Marte 2B5111100.2001.000
5 C. Carroll RF5010001.2000.600
6 N. Arenado 3B4010001.2500.500
7 J. Lawlar CF0000000.0000.000
8 T. Tawa 1B3210012.3330.833
9 R. Waldschmidt LF3000010.0000.250
Astros Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Peña SS5100002.0000.000
2 Y. Alvarez DH3000012.0000.400
3 I. Paredes 3B5023000.4000.800
4 J. Altuve 2B5010001.2000.600
5 D. Varsho CF4010000.2500.500
6 C. Walker 1B4000001.0000.000
7 C. Vázquez C0000000.0000.000
8 T. Trammell LF4110002.2500.750
9 C. Smith RF4020001.5001.500

Diamondbacks vs. Astros: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Saturday

  • Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Houston Astros
  • Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
  • Time: 7:15PM ET
  • Venue: Daikin Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Diamondbacks (-1.5, +156), Astros (+1.5, -160)
  • Moneyline: Diamondbacks -104, Astros +102
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (-114/+113)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Diamondbacks: 49.6%
  • Astros: 50.4%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Diamondbacks a win probability of 49.6%, while the Astros have a win probability of 50.4%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Astros are more likely to beat the Diamondbacks in the MLB game at Daikin Park on Saturday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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