Introduction

Expect high-intensity baseball action as the Texas Rangers prepare to square off against the Houston Astros in an exciting MLB matchup. Both teams have demonstrated considerable skill on the baseball diamond, however recent performance records and key player stats indicate a hard-fought battle on the horizon. With each team eager to edge out a win, this game promises compelling, high-level play that MLB fans won’t want to miss.

Game Time

The action begins at Sunday, July 13 at 02:10 PM ET at Minute Maid Park, a quirky field that favors right-handed power.

Moneyline Odds

Texas Rangers: +118
Houston Astros: -130

Over/Under Line: 7.0

Latest Team Records

Texas Rangers have a record of 47-48 with a win percentage of 0.495, while the Houston Astros hold a record of 55-39 with a win percentage of 0.585.

Injury Report

The Texas Rangers are currently healthy with no major injury concerns.

Key injuries for the Houston Astros include:

• Jacob Melton (Ankle) – Status: 10-Day-IL. GM Dana Brown said Sunday that Melton will require “at least four weeks or so” to recover from his right ankle sprain, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.
• Ronel Blanco (Elbow) – Status: 60-Day-IL. Blanco’s (elbow) Tommy John procedure included an internal brace and a repair of the flexor tendon in his forearm, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported Friday.

Key Player Stats

Texas Rangers

• Adolis Garcia: 0.234 AVG, 12 HR, 54 RBI
• Wyatt Langford: 0.246 AVG, 15 HR, 38 RBI
• Josh Smith: 0.282 AVG, 8 HR, 24 RBI

Houston Astros

• Jeremy Pena: 0.322 AVG, 11 HR, 40 RBI
• Jose Altuve: 0.272 AVG, 16 HR, 51 RBI
• Isaac Paredes: 0.257 AVG, 19 HR, 49 RBI

Team Analysis

Texas Rangers

The Texas Rangers have shown reasonable batting consistency thanks to the likes of Adolis Garcia and Wyatt Langford. While they might be below .500, the Rangers boast a commendable home record and have shown resilience coming out of a slight dip in form. The team’s recent wins have showcased their offensive prowess and they will be looking to carry this momentum into the game against Astros.

The variability in form, however, can be a concern. Despite their recent uptick, the Rangers still have room to grow when it comes to solidifying their offensive lineup. Josh Smith’s impressive batting average could provide the Rangers with crucial runs against the Astros.

• Batting Average: 0.233
• Total Runs Scored: 384
• Home Runs: 99
• OPS: 0.676
• ERA: 3.3
• WHIP: 1.17

Home Record: 26-19 • Road Record: 21-29

Last 5 Games: W-W-L-W-L (8.8 runs per game)

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Houston Astros

Having experienced a rough patch in their last five games with 4 losses, the Houston Astros are certainly keen on a turnaround. They maintain a steady batting average, thanks to the likes of Jeremy Pena and Jose Altuve, and the team’s capacity for power hitting has been evidenced by their higher number of home runs, anchored by Isaac Paredes among others.

The recent dip in performance could have a potentially negative impact on the Astros’ confidence going into this game. However, considering their overall win percentage and the fact that they have maintained a relatively uniform record both at home and on the road, the Astros are certainly not a team to dismiss lightly. Their quest for a rebound should push them to create a fierce challenge against the Rangers.

• Batting Average: 0.26
• Total Runs Scored: 412
• Home Runs: 106
• OPS: 0.735
• ERA: 3.62
• WHIP: 1.17

Home Record: 32-18 • Road Record: 23-21

Last 5 Games: L-L-L-L-W (4.2 runs per game)

Head-to-Head History

Houston Astros 2–3 Texas Rangers (Last 5 games)

• 2025-07-12: TEX 7 @ HOU 3
• 2025-05-18: HOU 4 @ TEX 3
• 2025-05-17: HOU 1 @ TEX 5
• 2025-05-17: HOU 6 @ TEX 3
• 2025-05-16: HOU 0 @ TEX 1

Over/Under Trends

Texas Rangers‘s recent games have seen an average of 6.1 total runs scored per game over their last 7 matchups, with 1 games going over the total line.

Houston Astros‘s recent games have averaged 5.7 total runs per game over their last 7 matchups, with 2 games going over the total of 7.0.

Moneyline Betting Prediction

Despite recent hiccups in their performance, the Houston Astros are a team borne of resilience. With their proven trio of Pena, Altuve, and Paredes at bat, a stronger offensive outlook is expected. Combined with a drive to rebound, this makes Houston Astros a value pick at -130. They will surely bring their A-game to this match-up against the Rangers and are expected to come out swinging.

All signs point to a victory for the Houston Astros at -130.

Over/Under Betting Prediction

Our pick is Over 7.0. With the Rangers’ recent record boasting an impressive number of runs per game and considering the Astros’ proven offensive power, a high-scoring face-off is anticipated. This makes potential for over a likely outcome.

Pick: Over

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