Rangers Look to Take Advantage of DBacks with Gallen on the Mound in 2021 World Series Opener
The highly-anticipated 2021 World Series kicks off on Friday night, pitting the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Texas Rangers. Both teams had impressive postseason runs,
Game outlook
The highly-anticipated 2021 World Series kicks off on Friday night, pitting the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Texas Rangers. Both teams had impressive postseason runs, with Arizona overcoming a 0-2 deficit to win the NLCS with some impressive pitching and Texas taking four games from the Houston Astros to win the ALCS in seven games. The series will begin in Arlington with Zac Gallen for the Diamondbacks and Nathan Eovaldi for the Rangers as the opening pitchers. The Rangers are currently the betting favorites, opening at -165 but the line has not moved. Both teams have a 9-3 SU record in the postseason, setting up an exciting matchup to watch.
Game Info
When: Friday, 10/27/2023 @ 8:03pm EST
Where: Globe Life Field Stadium Diamondbacks vs Rangers Betting Odds Moneyline: Diamondbacks +143 | Rangers -165
Spread: Diamondbacks +1.5 (-145) | Rangers -1.5 (+125)
Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 62%.
Arizona Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks have a 3.23 ERA and 1.25 WHIP in the postseason, averaging over 10 strikeouts per game. They also hold opponents to a .231 batting average. RHP Zac Gallen, who has gone 0-2 against the Phillies, will be the starter for Game 1. However, he has performed well against the Rangers this season with a win and 3.27 ERA. Ketel Marte has a record-holding 16 straight hits in postseason games. Arizona's offense is hitting .247 this season with a .741 OPS and 51 runs scored. The team ranks #14 in offense (4.58 points per game) and #20 in defense (allowing 4.61 points per game) and has a 93-81 record for the season.