Rangers vs Astros starting pitchers
Rangers vs Astros statistics
| Stat |
Rangers |
Astros |
| Hits |
765 (15th) |
842 (2nd) |
| Batting Average |
.243 (17th) |
.263 (1st) |
| Runs Batted In |
388 (Tied-15th) |
431 (7th) |
| Runs |
405 (16th) |
448 (9th) |
| Home Runs |
97 (Tied-17th) |
106 (Tied-11th) |
| Walks |
288 (15th) |
261 (25th) |
| Stolen Bases |
49 (Tied-22nd) |
63 (14th) |
| Strikeouts |
716 (25th) |
644 (30th) |
| Pitches |
13251 (24th) |
12926 (29th) |
Houston Astros recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/12/24 |
vs Texas Rangers |
W |
6-3 |
| 7/11/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
6-3 |
| 7/10/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
9-1 |
| 7/9/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
4-3 |
| 7/7/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
L |
3-2 |
Texas Rangers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/12/24 |
@ Houston Astros |
L |
6-3 |
| 7/10/24 |
@ Los Angeles Angels |
L |
7-2 |
| 7/9/24 |
@ Los Angeles Angels |
W |
5-4 |
| 7/8/24 |
@ Los Angeles Angels |
W |
9-4 |
| 7/7/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Rays |
W |
13-2 |
Rangers vs Astros predictions
Tonight's game at Minute Maid Park looks promising, especially if you're keeping an eye on key players from the Texas Rangers. Nathan Eovaldi, who’s been solid on the mound with an ERA of 3.10 this season, is expected to give the Rangers a strong start, potentially striking out around four to five Astros batters. Meanwhile, look out for Adolis Garcia and Corey Seager, who both have the power to significantly impact the scoreboard. Garcia, with his knack for key RBIs, could be the spark Texas needs, while Seager's ability to connect with the ball might see him adding a home run to his already impressive total this season.
On the Houston Astros side, the spotlight's on Jose Altuve, who’s been hitting well with a .305 average. His ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities will be crucial for the Astros. However, it’s Spencer Arrighetti’s performance on the mound that could be the game-changer. If he can manage to keep his ERA down from that steep 5.96 and limit walks, Houston could maintain stronger innings. Yordan Alvarez, always a threat with a bat in hand, is someone the Rangers will need to carefully pitch around, given his power and RBI capabilities.
Considering the current dynamics and past performances of both teams, the Astros seem well-positioned to take another win, especially with the game being at their home turf, Minute Maid Park. The Rangers have shown inconsistency on the road, and Houston's lineup has a slight edge in terms of batting averages and run production. It's shaping up to be a close game, but the Astros’ strong batting could very well be the decisive factor here.
Houston Astros injuries
- Rhett Kouba (SP): Day-To-Day
- Jayden Murray (SP): Day-To-Day
- Chris Gittens (1B): Day-To-Day
- Victor Caratini (C): 10-Day-IL
- Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
Texas Rangers injuries
Rangers vs Astros game info
| Venue |
Minute Maid Park |
| Location |
Houston, Texas |
| First pitch |
Sat 4:10 PM |
| Temperature |
84° |
| Chance of Rain |
34% |
