Texas Rangers vs. Philadelphia Phillies: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 21, 2024

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May 21, 2024 6:14 AM
On Tuesday, May 21st at 6:40 PM, the Philadelphia Phillies, riding high with a 34-14 overall record and impressive 19-8 home record, host the Texas Rangers, who are looking to build momentum with a 24-24 overall mark and a respectable 12-11 road record, at Citizens Bank Park.
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Rangers vs Phillies starting pitchers

  • Ranger Suarez for Philadelphia Phillies
  • Jon Gray for Texas Rangers

Rangers vs Phillies statistics

Stat Rangers Phillies
Hits 406 (7th) 419 (5th)
Batting Average .247 (9th) .258 (3rd)
Runs Batted In 210 (11th) 243 (2nd)
Runs 220 (11th) 256 (2nd)
Home Runs 50 (13th) 54 (8th)
Walks 158 (10th) 186 (3rd)
Stolen Bases 18 (29th) 57 (4th)
Strikeouts 370 (Tied-21st) 403 (15th)
Pitches 6919 (16th) 7175 (8th)

Philadelphia Phillies recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/19/24 vs Washington Nationals W 11-5
5/18/24 vs Washington Nationals W 4-3 F/10
5/17/24 vs Washington Nationals W 4-2
5/16/24 vs New York Mets L 6-5 F/11
5/15/24 vs New York Mets W 10-5

Texas Rangers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/19/24 vs Los Angeles Angels L 4-1
5/18/24 vs Los Angeles Angels W 3-2 F/13
5/17/24 vs Los Angeles Angels L 9-3
5/15/24 vs Cleveland Guardians W 4-0
5/14/24 vs Cleveland Guardians L 7-4

Rangers vs Phillies predictions

As the Texas Rangers take on the Philadelphia Phillies, I'm expecting big things from their star players. Adolis Garcia, fresh off his day-to-day injury status, should be back to his usual self, blasting a home run and driving in a couple of runs. Corey Seager, meanwhile, will likely continue his hot streak, notching a double and scoring a run. And with Jon Gray on the mound, the Rangers should be able to limit the Phillies' scoring opportunities.

On the other side of the diamond, the Phillies boast a potent lineup, led by Bryce Harper, who's been on an absolute tear lately. I predict Harper will go yard and drive in a pair of runs, while Alec Bohm will chip in with a double and an RBI. Brandon Marsh, meanwhile, should get on base a couple of times, setting the table for the heart of the Phillies' order. And with Ranger Suarez taking the hill, the Phillies' pitching staff should be able to keep the Rangers' offense in check.

Based on these projections, I think the Phillies will come out on top in this one. Suarez's dominance on the mound, combined with the Phillies' potent offense, should be too much for the Rangers to handle. I predict a 5-3 Phillies victory, with Harper and Bohm leading the charge. The Rangers will put up a fight, but ultimately, the Phillies' firepower will prove too much to overcome.

Philadelphia Phillies injuries

  • Michael Rucker (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Yunior Marte (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Luis Ortiz (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Dylan Covey (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Rafael Marchan (C): 10-Day-IL

Texas Rangers injuries

  • Luis Mieses (OF): Day-To-Day
  • Matt Duffy (3B): Day-To-Day
  • Shane Greene (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Adolis Garcia (RF): Day-To-Day
  • Dane Dunning (SP): 15-Day-IL

Rangers vs Phillies game info

Venue Citizens Bank Park
Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
First pitch Tue 6:40 PM
Temperature 76°
Chance of Rain 0%

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