San Francisco Giants vs. Texas Rangers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 7, 2024

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Jun 7, 2024 6:13 AM
On Friday, June 7, 2024, the Texas Rangers, holding a .500 home record of 15-15, host the San Francisco Giants at Globe Life Field. The Giants, struggling on the road with a 13-19 record, look to turn their fortunes around against the Rangers, who sit at 30-32 overall. Expect a competitive matchup as these two teams with identical 30-win seasons face off at 8:05 PM.
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Giants vs Rangers starting pitchers

  • Michael Lorenzen for Texas Rangers
  • Logan Webb for San Francisco Giants

Giants vs Rangers statistics

Stat Giants Rangers
Hits 526 (7th) 514 (Tied-12th)
Batting Average .248 (9th) .243 (14th)
Runs Batted In 260 (Tied-12th) 260 (Tied-12th)
Runs 273 (Tied-12th) 275 (11th)
Home Runs 59 (Tied-19th) 65 (14th)
Walks 202 (9th) 201 (Tied-10th)
Stolen Bases 21 (30th) 26 (Tied-28th)
Strikeouts 497 (19th) 480 (24th)
Pitches 9293 (7th) 8896 (20th)

Texas Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/5/24 vs Detroit Tigers W 9-1
6/4/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 3-1
6/3/24 vs Detroit Tigers L 2-1
6/2/24 @ Miami Marlins W 6-0
6/1/24 @ Miami Marlins W 7-0

San Francisco Giants recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/5/24 @ Arizona Diamondbacks W 9-3
6/4/24 @ Arizona Diamondbacks L 8-5
6/3/24 @ Arizona Diamondbacks L 4-2
6/2/24 vs New York Yankees L 7-5
6/1/24 vs New York Yankees L 7-3

Giants vs Rangers predictions

If you're eyeing the upcoming San Francisco Giants vs. Texas Rangers game, keep your focus on some key Giants players who are poised to make significant contributions. Thairo Estrada has been consistent, batting .250 and leading his team in RBIs with 32, hinting at another potential game-uplifting performance. Matt Chapman, with 8 home runs, is another big bat in the lineup likely to send the ball flying if he catches one just right. With Logan Webb on the mound, sporting a solid ERA of 2.95 and 67 strikeouts, expect him to maintain his form and challenge the Rangers' hitters throughout the game.

Switching our gaze to the Texas Rangers, they have their own set of players ready to step up. Josh Smith leads the batting average at .290, showcasing his ability to get on base and set the table for others. Adolis Garcia, an essential power source for the team, has knocked out 40 RBIs and could be crucial in driving in critical runs. On the pitching side, Michael Lorenzen will take the lead. With an ERA nearly mirroring Webb's at 2.96 and a more favorable WHIP of 1.17, Lorenzen looks ready to deliver a strong performance and potentially outduel his counterpart.

Given the strong pitching matchup and key players set to impact the game from both teams, this matchup is gearing up to be a closely contested affair. However, the Texas Rangers might just have the edge on their home turf at Globe Life Field, especially with the batting depth potentially exploiting any minor slips by Giants' pitchers. Let's lean towards a Rangers' win, especially if their offense clicks as it's capable of in crucial moments. What do you think?

Texas Rangers injuries

  • Corey Seager (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Jon Gray (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Jose Godoy (C): Day-To-Day
  • Avery Weems (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Brock Burke (RP): 60-Day-IL

San Francisco Giants injuries

  • Nick Ahmed (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Chase Pinder (CF): Day-To-Day
  • Keaton Winn (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Marco Luciano (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Yusniel Diaz (RF): Day-To-Day

Giants vs Rangers game info

Venue Globe Life Field
Location Arlington, Texas
First pitch Fri 8:05 PM
Temperature 95°
Chance of Rain 2%

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