Houston Astros and Texas Rangers Clash in High-stakes AL West Rivalry Matchup

Game outlook

Monday afternoon marks the start of a Lone Star State rivalry between the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers as they take each other on in Arlington. Opening pitcher for the Astros is J.P. France (ERA:3.49) and for the Rangers, Andrew Heaney (ERA: 4.16). Houston holds the 6-4 advantage in the season series, including taking two of three at home in their most recent set July 24-26. Texas is the betting favorite, opening at -112 with the line remaining unchanged.

Game Info

When: Monday, 9/4/2023 @ 4:05pm EST

Where: Globe Life Field Stadium Astros vs Rangers Betting Odds Moneyline: Astros +101 | Rangers -112

Spread: Astros +1.5 (-190) | Rangers -1.5 (+160)

Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 53%.

Houston Astros

Houston suffered a second straight loss to the Yankees Saturday night, with Michael Brantley (two runs, two RBI) and Yanier Diaz (run, two RBI) each going deep in the contest. Hunter Brown (10-10) was tagged for five runs in four innings pitched and the loss. J.P. France takes the mound for the Astros on Sunday, with a record of 10-5 and 3.49 ERA in 116 innings pitched. He is 1-2 in last three starts with a 9.00 ERA and four walks over 14 innings. Ranked fifth in offence and twelfth in defence, the Astros are 77-60 on the year, one game behind the Mariners for the AL West lead, and 2.5 games ahead of the Blue Jays for the wild card spot. Houston lost their second consecutive game to the Yankees Saturday night, with Michael Brantley and Yanier Diaz each hitting home runs. Hunter Brown was the losing pitcher, allowing five runs in four innings. J.P. France (10-5, 3.49 ERA) starts for the Astros in the series finale, 1-2 in his last three starts. Houston is 77-60 on the year, fifth in offense and twelfth in defense, one game behind the Mariners for the AL West lead and 2.5 games ahead of the Blue Jays for the wild card position.