Cade Povich is the Orioles’ starter against the Astros, facing a Houston lineup that torched him for a chunk of runs last week. With an ERA near 4.98, Povich must command his secondary stuff to keep the Astros in check and give Baltimore a chance to steal a road game.

Povich, a Baltimore rookie lefty, carries a 2-6 mark and 4.98 ERA. He’s shown strikeout potential but has mixed results. Tonight’s test against Houston’s power-ready lineup will be pivotal for his development and the Orioles’ bullpen shape.

Povich returns from the IL with a 5.25 ERA and a homer-heavy recent line, facing a hot A’s offense that has surged in the last two weeks. His risk is highlighted by a high WHIP and general volatility, making him a precarious fantasy play with potential upside if Baltimore’s lineup provides early support.

Povich has struggled at home, allowing a .301 average and a .944 OPS to opponents, a fact that Langeliers’ +350 homer line leverages in Sunday's slate. While Baltimore’s matchup adds risk, it helps Langeliers and other Oakland props gain value by creating a contrast narrative in Sunday’s HR bets.

Povich just returned from injury, having allowed homers in recent outings; Rooker’s lefty-exploitative profile makes this a critical, value-driven matchup. Baltimore’s young arm carries elevated risk but meaningful upside for prop bettors.