The Texas Rangers (72-48) are set to host the Los Angeles Angels (59-62) in a highly anticipated American League West matchup at Globe Life Field. Both teams are looking to secure a vital victory as they battle for divisional positioning.
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Los Angeles Angels vs Texas Rangers
The Rangers enter the game in impressive form, having won eight of their last 10 games. Led by their star starting pitcher, Jon Gray (8-5, 3.65 ERA), the Rangers have relied on solid pitching and timely hitting to maintain their position at the top of the division. Marcus Semien (.282 BA) has been a consistent force at the plate, while Adolis García leads the team with 30 home runs and 91 RBIs.
On the other side, the Angels are hoping to turn their recent misfortunes around. They have struggled to find consistency, losing seven of their last 10 games. Nevertheless, they possess one of the most exciting players in the game in Shohei Ohtani (.302 BA, 41 HR, 84 RBIs), who continues to electrify fans with his two-way skills. Starting pitcher Reid Detmers (2-9, 5.27 ERA) will take the mound for the Angels, aiming to hold the potent Rangers lineup in check.
This clash between division rivals promises to be a thrilling battle with playoff implications on the line. The Rangers will rely on their strong pitching staff and power hitting, while the Angels will look to Ohtani’s brilliance to spark a turnaround.
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The game is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 16th, with first pitch set for 7:05 PM Central Time. Fans can catch all the action on BSSW.
Key Points to Watch:
– Can Jon Gray continue his impressive pitching form and stifle the Angels’ offense?
– Will Adolis García maintain his power stroke and deliver key hits for the Rangers?
– Keep an eye on Shohei Ohtani as he looks to make an impact at the plate.
– How will the Rangers’ solid bullpen fare against the Angels’ lineup?
– Will the Rangers’ hot streak continue, or can the Angels turn things around?
Injuries:
Texas Rangers: SP Jake Odorizzi (Shoulder, D60), RP Brett Martin (Shoulder, D60), DH Brad Miller (Hamstring, D10), SP Jacob deGrom (Elbow, D60), 3B Josh Jung (Thumb, D10), SP Nathan Eovaldi (Elbow, D15)
Los Angeles Angels: LF Jo Adell (Oblique, D60), SP José Suarez (Shoulder, D60), C Max Stassi (Hip, D60), RP José Quijada (Elbow, D60), C Logan O’Hoppe (Shoulder, D60), SS Zach Neto (Back, D10), SS Gio Urshela (Pelvis, D60), RP Chris Devenski (Hamstring, D15), RP Austin Warren (Elbow, D60), CF Mike Trout (Hand, D10), RP Sam Bachman (Shoulder, D60), RP José Marte (Elbow, D60), RP Chris Rodriguez (Shoulder, D60), 3B Anthony Rendon (Shin, D10), SP Davis Daniel (Shoulder, D60), LF Taylor Ward (Face, D60), RP Ben Joyce (Arm, D60)
Main photo credits:
John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports
