Texas Rangers vs. Oakland Athletics: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 26, 2024

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Sep 26, 2024 6:12 AM
The Texas Rangers and Oakland Athletics are set to face off on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 3:37 PM at the Oakland Coliseum, with the series tied at 1-1. The Rangers, led by their 7-5 regular season series advantage, will look to capitalize on their road trip as they aim to take the series lead. The Athletics, meanwhile, will seek to even the score and secure a crucial win in front of their home crowd.
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Rangers vs Athletics starting pitchers

  • J.T. Ginn for Oakland Athletics
  • Kumar Rocker for Texas Rangers

Rangers vs Athletics statistics

Stat Rangers Athletics
Hits 1267 (20th) 1236 (25th)
Batting Average .238 (22nd) .233 (25th)
Runs Batted In 630 (21st) 606 (25th)
Runs 659 (22nd) 630 (26th)
Home Runs 168 (20th) 193 (Tied-8th)
Walks 475 (16th) 483 (14th)
Stolen Bases 94 (20th) 97 (19th)
Strikeouts 1253 (23rd) 1462 (5th)
Pitches 22610 (23rd) 22595 (24th)

Oakland Athletics recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/25/24 vs Texas Rangers L 5-1
9/24/24 vs Texas Rangers W 5-4
9/22/24 vs New York Yankees L 7-4
9/21/24 vs New York Yankees L 10-0
9/20/24 vs New York Yankees L 4-2 F/10

Texas Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/25/24 @ Oakland Athletics W 5-1
9/24/24 @ Oakland Athletics L 5-4
9/22/24 vs Seattle Mariners W 6-5
9/21/24 vs Seattle Mariners L 8-4
9/20/24 vs Seattle Mariners L 8-2

Rangers vs Athletics predictions

As we gear up for the showdown between the Texas Rangers and the Oakland Athletics, a few players from the Rangers are poised to make a significant impact. Adolis Garcia, known for his power and clutch hitting, is one player to watch. With his ability to drive in runs and deliver extra-base hits consistently, he could be a game-changer in closing out this series. Another Ranger who might step up is Marcus Semien, whose on-base skills and experience in high-pressure games often see him playing a pivotal role. He’s shown he can be a catalyst for sparking the Rangers' offense.

On the flip side, the Oakland Athletics have their own set of key players that could swing the game in their favor. Brent Rooker has been outstanding with his ability to slug home runs and maintain a solid batting average, making him a crucial part of the Athletics' lineup. Seth Brown shouldn’t be overlooked either; his ability to get on base and push runs across could prove instrumental, especially in tight games. These players provide the backbone for the Athletics' offense and could very well steer the game towards a favorable outcome for Oakland.

Considering the dynamics and the pivotal players on both teams, predicting a winner for this matchup is quite the task. However, the Texas Rangers might just have the edge given their slightly better season performance and the depth in their lineup. If Garcia and Semien can live up to their potential, they could tilt the series finale in their favor. This game promises excitement and, regardless of the outcome, is sure to be a thrilling end to the series.

Oakland Athletics injuries

  • Austin Adams (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Ross Stripling (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Osvaldo Bido (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Esteury Ruiz (LF): 60-Day-IL
  • Max Muncy (SS): Day-To-Day

Texas Rangers injuries

  • Cole Winn (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Carson Coleman (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Ezequiel Duran (3B): paternity
  • Grant Anderson (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Tyler Mahle (SP): 60-Day-IL

Rangers vs Athletics game info

Venue Oakland Coliseum
Location Oakland, California
First pitch Thu 3:37 PM
Temperature 60°
Chance of Rain 0%

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