Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

This important divisional showdown has high stakes as the winner not only continues to compete in the pennant race but also stays in the running for the AL division title championship. The Houston Astros and Texas Rangers will face-off this Friday night at the Globe Life Field Stadium in a critical AL West division showdown. Both teams have been neck-and-neck throughout the season with the Texas Rangers currently holding first place in the division and the Astros in second. For the pitching matchup Astros' righty, Ronel Blanco (1-0, 4.63) will go up against the Rangers' righty, Jon Gray (6-3, 2.89). The line is currently in favor of the Rangers at -159. This will be a crucial matchup with the winner not only staying in the pennant race but also staying in the running for an AL division title. For daily picks on major league baseball, take advantage of this week's lower price of $19.99 with a profit guarantee. If you don't win, the money will be refunded in credit.

Going into the weekend, the Texas Rangers sit comfortably at the top of the American League West Division. Despite facing a tough month of June, the Rangers have won two consecutive games against the Detroit Tigers. One of the highlights was Dane Dunning's display of dominance on the mound - ending with 8.2 innings, 10 strikeouts, and no home runs! On Thursday, however, the Rangers stumbled with an 8-5 loss to the Tigers. They've relied on critical performances from Jon Gray this season, who has had 6 wins, 2.89 ERA, and 81 innings pitched. Against the Houston Astros in April, Gray conceded one hit in two innings before leaving due to injury. Brad Miller, however, is not playing due to injury. Heading into the weekend series, the Texas Rangers remain in a strong position in the standings of the American League West Division. They had a difficult month of June with a record of 14-11, including two 3-game losing streaks. Fortunately, they have recovered with two consecutive wins against the Detroit Tigers, highlighted by Dane Dunning's performance of 8.2 innings, 10 strikeouts, and zero home runs. Despite this, the Rangers faced defeat in the finale of the series with the Tigers, an 8-5 loss. Key to their success this season has been the performance of Jon Gray who boasts a record of 6-3 with a 2.89 ERA and 81 innings pitched. Against the Houston Astros in April he had one hit and a run in two innings, before being forced to leave due to injury. However, Brad Miller is currently unable to play due to injury.