Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 16, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 16, 2025 ,

MLB Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers Prediction 5/16

The Houston Astros will play against the Texas Rangers on Friday, May 16, 2025. The game will take place at Globe Life Field. It is scheduled to start at 8:05 PM during the night.

Astros vs. Rangers Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Astros MoneyLine 151. The Astros have a decent road record and strong hitting stats, making them a good value as underdogs.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-106). Both teams have strong pitching stats this season, which could keep the score low.

Team Trends

  • The Houston Astros have a home record of 15-9, while their road record is 7-12.
  • The Texas Rangers lead the AL West with a record of 24-21.
  • Hunter Brown of the Astros pitched 8 innings, allowing only 3 hits and striking out 9 against the Rangers on May 15th, 2025.
  • Jacob deGrom of the Rangers pitched 8 scoreless innings with 7 strikeouts against the Astros on May 15th, 2025.
  • Josh Jung of the Rangers hit 2 home runs against the Colorado Rockies on May 13th, 2025.

Astros vs Rangers Preview

The Houston Astros are set to take on the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on Friday night. Lance McCullers Jr. will be on the mound for the Astros. He has had a tough start to the season with an ERA of 15.75 over 4 innings. McCullers will look to improve his performance in this game.

On the other side, Nathan Eovaldi will start for the Rangers. Eovaldi has been strong this season, with a 1.78 ERA over 55 2/3 innings. His record stands at 4-2, and he will aim to continue his good form. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:05 PM.

Rangers’ Key Players and Stats

Wyatt Langford leads the Rangers in home runs with 8. He also ranks first in the league for home runs. Langford’s batting average is .256, and he has driven in 18 runs. Adolis García has played 44 games this season. He has 6 home runs and 24 RBIs, leading the team in RBIs. His batting average stands at .231, with an on-base percentage of .279. Josh Smith has a batting average of .306. He leads the team in runs with 19. Smith is dealing with back soreness but is expected to play.

Astros Aim to Shine in Upcoming Game

Jeremy Peña stands out for the Astros this season. He has a .313 batting average and leads the team in home runs with six. Peña also tops the team in runs and RBIs, making him a key player. Isaac Paredes provides solid support for the Astros. He has a .260 batting average and shares the lead in home runs with Peña. Paredes also ranks second on the team in runs and third in RBIs. Jake Meyers contributes with a .293 batting average. He has two home runs and 14 RBIs this season. Meyers ranks third on the team in both runs and RBIs.

Final Betting Pick

The Astros MoneyLine at 151 offers value due to their strong hitting stats. Jeremy Peña leads with a .313 average and six home runs. Isaac Paredes and Jake Meyers also contribute with solid performances. Despite a 7-12 road record, their offensive potential can challenge the Rangers.

The Under 8.0 prediction is supported by both teams’ pitching strengths. The Astros have a 3.41 ERA, while the Rangers have a 3.21 ERA. Nathan Eovaldi’s 1.78 ERA and Lance McCullers Jr.’s recent struggles suggest a low-scoring game. The Astros’ pitching ranks high in several categories, indicating a tight contest.

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