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Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Philadelphia Phillies (0-1) are slated to take on the Texas Rangers (1-0) in the 2nd game of a 3-game series on Saturday at Globe Life Field. First pitch is scheduled for 4:05 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Phillies vs. Rangers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Rangers lead 1-0.

The Phillies fell to the Rangers 11-7 Thursday despite jumping out to a 5-0 lead. RHP Aaron Nola got off to a solid start before allowing 5 ER in 3 2/3 IP.

RHP Jacob deGrom struggled in his debut with the Rangers, permitting 5 ER in 3 2/3 IP despite recording 7 K’s. Even with deGrom sputtering his debut, Texas put up 9 runs in the 4th inning to help it defeat Philadelphia.

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Phillies at Rangers projected starters

RHP Zack Wheeler vs. RHP Nathan Eovaldi

Wheeler recorded a 12-7 record in 26 starts during the 2022 season, finishing with a 2.82 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 2 BB/9, and 9.6 K/9 in 153 IP.

Has posted an ERA below 3.00 in each of his 3 seasons with the Phillies.
Tallied 6 IP or more in 17 of his 26 starts in 2022.

Eovaldi registered a 6-3 record in 20 starts during the 2022 season. He concluded with a 3.87 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9, and 8.5 K/9 in 109 1/3 IP.

Signed with the Rangers in the offseason after spending 4-plus years with the Boston Red Sox.
Doesn’t walk batters much as he has tallied 1.7 BB/9 or better in 3 straight seasons.

Phillies at Rangers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Phillies -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Rangers +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Phillies -1.5 (+125) | Rangers +1.5 (-155)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Phillies at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 5, Rangers 3

Moneyline

After a disappointing result on Opening Day, I’ll take the PHILLIES (-135) to bounce back Saturday. Wheeler should be able to limit the bats of the Rangers, and the Phillies should be able to do some damage against Eovaldi.

Run line/Against the spread

PHILLIES -1.5 (+125) has some value as they have the better pitcher on the mound. Philadelphia hasn’t had much success against Texas in quite some time, but I expect that to turn around Saturday.

In 7 of the last 8 meetings between the Phillies and the Rangers, the game has been decided by 2-plus runs.

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Over/Under

Even with Wheeler starting on the bump, I lean toward taking OVER 7.5 (-115) in this contest. Despite OF Bryce Harper and 1B Rhys Hoskins being sidelined, the Phillies still boast a lineup that is capable of scoring runs in bunches.

On the other hand, the Rangers also deploy a lineup that can help hit the Over in this matchup.

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Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Texas Rangers (49-61) and the Houston Astros (71-41) meet in the finale of a 3-game set Thursday. First pitch from Minute Maid Park is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rangers vs. Astros odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Astros lead 9-4

The Rangers pulled off a stunning 8-4 extra-innings win in the middle game Wednesday. Texas cashed as a +280 underdog, while Houston star RHP Justin Verlander was unable to cruise to the easy win.

The Astros allowed 5 runs in the top of the 10th inning and managed to get just 1 back in the bottom. Under bettors couldn’t believe their luck after the teams combined for just 6 runs in the first 9 innings.

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Rangers at Astros projected starters

LHP Cole Ragans vs. LHP Framber Valdez

Ragans made 18 combined starts between Double-A Frisco and Triple-A Round Rock going 8-5 with a 3.04 ERA and 1.12 WHIP. He makes his 2nd MLB start here.

The southpaw allowed just 1 unearned run on 3 H and 4 BB with 3 K through 5 IP in a no-decision against the Chicago White Sox in his major league debut Aug. 4.

Valdez (10-4, 2.87 ERA) makes his 22nd start. He has a 1.15 WHIP, 3.2 BB/9 and 8.0 K/9 through 135 IP.

Has a 3-2 record with a 4.01 ERA with a .268 opponent batting average with 54 K across 49 1/3 IP in 8 home starts.
Is 1-0 with a 0.69 ERA with 12 K across 13 IP over 2 starts against the Rangers this season.

Rangers at Astros odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:02 a.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Rangers +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Astros -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +2.5 (-130) | Astros -2.5 (+105)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: +100 | U: -125)

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Rangers at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 6, Rangers 3

Money line

The Astros (-320) were a cautionary tale Wednesday. NEVER bet huge favorites on the money line as they can come back to bite you. They can ruin a winning streak and dry up your bankroll in a hurry.

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Run line/Against the spread

The RANGERS +2.5 (-130) managed to pick up the outright win in a stunner Wednesday. Texas won’t win this one in a battle of southpaws, but it should be able to keep it within 2 runs in the series finale as it has through the first 2 games of the series.

Over/Under

The OVER 8.5 (+100) is the LEAN at even money. Valdez has actually been more giving at home than on the road, and the Over has connected in each of his past 3 outings, while going 6-3 in his previous 9 starts.

The Over has cashed in each of the first 2 games in this series, with 12 combined runs in each of the contests. The Over has hit in 3 in a row for Texas, too.

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Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Texas Rangers at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Texas Rangers (48-61) and the Houston Astros (71-40) square off in the middle contest of a 3-game set Wednesday. First pitch from Minute Maid Park is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rangers vs. Astros odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Astros lead 9-3

The Rangers equaled the Astros in the hits category in the series opener Tuesday but were on the short end of a 7-5 loss as the Over connected.

The Astros bounced back from a 1-0 loss in the series finale in Cleveland for a 7-spot. Houston has posted 6 or more runs in 4 of the previous 6 outings.

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Rangers at Astros projected starters

RHP Glenn Otto vs. RHP Justin Verlander

Otto (4-8, 5.31 ERA) makes his 17th start. He has a 1.41 WHIP, 4.5 BB/9 and 7.4 K/9 through 78 IP.

Has posted a 2-4 record with a 4.02 ERA with a sparkling .221 opponent batting average across 40 1/3 IP over 8 road starts.
Is 0-1 with a 3.48 ERA across 10 1/3 IP in 2 starts against the Astros in 2022.

Verlander (15-3, 1.73 ERA) makes his 21st start. He has a 0.85 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 8.8 K/9 through 130 IP.

Is 4-0 with a 0.68 ERA with 29 K and a .179 opponent BA across 26 2/3 IP across his past 4 outings.
Has posted a 2-0 record with 0.69 ERA and .208 opponent BA with 16 K across 13 IP in 2 starts against the Rangers this season.

Rangers at Astros odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:32 a.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Rangers +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Astros -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +2.5 (-130) | Astros -2.5 (+105)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Rangers at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 7, Rangers 1

Money line

The Astros (-320) would cost you over 3 times your potential return on the money line. Over the long term that’s a terrible betting strategy, as one could go 3-1 betting that type of line 4 times and still be in the red.

AVOID.

Run line/Against the spread

The ASTROS -2.5 (+105) are worth a roll of the dice laying the runs, as Verlander has just been that good this season. The Houston offense should be able to get to Otto early and provide its Cy Young candidate with more than enough offensive support.

Over/Under

The OVER 7.5 (-110) is worth playing rather lightly.

Sure, Verlander has allowed next to nothing lately, and the Under is 7-1 across his past 8 starts — the Rangers won’t be able to do much against him. However, the Astros offense should be able to get to Otto, perhaps even taking care of the Over on their own.

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Texas Rangers at Los Angeles Angels odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Texas Rangers at Los Angeles Angels odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Texas Rangers (43-54) and Los Angeles Angels (42-56) meet Thursday for the opener of a 4-game series. First pitch from Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rangers vs. Angels odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Rangers lead series 5-4

The Rangers dropped 3 straight games at the Seattle Mariners to start the week. Texas has now lost 5 of its last 6 contests overall, all inside the division.

The Angels dropped the opening game at the Kansas City Royals Monday but recorded back-to-back shutouts Tuesday and Wednesday by a combined score of 10-0.

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Rangers at Angels projected starters

RHP Spencer Howard vs. RHP Shohei Ohtani

Howard (1-2, 7.11 ERA) makes his 6th start and 8th appearance overall. He has a 1.78 WHIP, 4.3 BB/9 and 7.5 K/9 through 25 1/3 IP.

Has posted an 0-2 record with a dismal 10.54 ERA and .333 opponent batting average across 13 2/3 IP over 3 starts and 1 relief appearance on the road.
Allowed 3 BB in just 4 2/3 IP at the Oakland Athletics Friday in his last start and has yielded 10 BB in just 18 2/3 IP across 4 July starts.

Ohtani (9-5, 2.80 ERA) makes his 17th start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 12.9 K/9 through 93 1/3 IP.

Is 5-2 with a sparkling 2.05 ERA and .184 opponent BA with 70 K across just 48 1/3 IP in 8 home outings.
Has managed an 0-1 record with a 7.45 ER, .293 opponent BA and 12 K across 9 2/3 IP in 2 starts vs. Texas this season.

Rangers at Angels odds and lines

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Money line (ML): Rangers +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Angels -230 (bet $230 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-117) | Angels -1.5 (-103)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Rangers at Angels picks and predictions

Prediction

Angels 6, Rangers 3

Money line

The Angels (-230) are a little on the expensive side. While they’re an attractive play whenever Ohtani is on the bump, the Rangers have handled him surprisingly well this season.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The ANGELS -1.5 (-103) are the lean here despite the fact the Rangers have knocked around the All-Star Ohtani pretty well this season. He has been a stud at home, posting a tremendous 70 K across just 48 1/3 IP, and he has issued just 11 BB with 32 H. The Angels will scratch out plenty of offense in this pitching mismatch.

Over/Under

The OVER 7.5 (-108) is the best play, mainly because Howard has been so giving. The Angels should get well against him and could take care of the Over on their own. Ohtani won’t likely yield much, although, again, Texas has had his number in 2022.

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Texas Rangers at Miami Marlins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Texas Rangers at Miami Marlins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Texas Rangers (41-49) and Miami Marlins (43-48) meet Thursday at loanDepot park in Miami. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rangers vs. Marlins odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: This is the first meeting since July 2017 and the first in Miami since 2014. The Marlins host the Rangers in this standalone game, a contest necessitated by the MLB lockout and delay to begin the 2021 season.

The Rangers wrapped up the first half getting swept in 4 games by the Seattle Mariners and have lost 12 of their last 17 contests. Texas is 8-7 in interleague games this season.

Miami was also swept prior to the break, losing a 3-game home set to the Philadelphia Phillies. The Marlins are 5-7 vs. AL teams.

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Rangers at Marlins projected starters

RHP Jon Gray vs. RHP Pablo Lopez

Gray (6-4, 3.71 ERA) makes his 17th start. He has a 1.13 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 10.0 K/9 through 89 2/3 IP.

Has managed a 2-4 record with a 4.12 ERA and 58 K across 59 IP in 11 road outings.
Is 1-2 with a 3.71 ERA and .210 opponent batting average with 29 K through 26 2/3 IP across 5 daytime starts.

Lopez (6-4, 2.86 ERA) makes his 19th start. He has a 1.07 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 through 104 IP.

Is 3-1 with a 2.35 ERA and .180 OBA with 46 K through 46 IP across 8 home starts.
Has allowed just 7 ER, 13 H and 10 BB with 22 K and a .160 OBA across 24 1/3 IP over 4 daytime starts with no decisions.

Rangers at Marlins odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:40 a.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Rangers +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Marlins -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+170) | Marlins +1.5 (-210)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: +112 | U: -140)

Rangers at Marlins picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 6, Marlins 3

Money line

The RANGERS (+100) are worth a play behind the right-hander Gray in this standalone game. Gray won each of his previous 2 outings, including 7 scoreless IP with 1 H, 0 BB and 9 K against the Oakland Athletics last time out July 13.

Texas is also 8-7 against the NL this season, while Miami has a losing record against AL foes.

Run line/Against the spread

The RANGERS -1.5 (+170) are worth a roll of the dice in Miami. It’s been a while, but the Rangers are 5-1 in the past 6 trips to South Florida. More importantly, Texas is 23-10 in the past 33 against the NL East, while posting 5 wins in its last 7 interleague road outings.

Over/Under

The OVER 7.5 (+112) is the play there, as these teams are rested and raring to go after the break.

The Over has hit in 4 straight series openers for the Rangers while going 7-3 in the past 10 games overall.

The Over is 5-1-1 in the past 7 interleague starts vs. RHP for the Marlins while cashing in 4 of the past 5 outings following a scheduled day off. The Over has cashed in 9 of the last 12 meetings between these teams.

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Oakland Athletics at Texas Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Oakland Athletics at Texas Rangers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Oakland Athletics (30-59) and Texas Rangers (40-45) play the finale of a 3-game set Wednesday at Globe Life Field. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Athletics vs. Rangers odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Rangers lead series 6-3

The Athletics picked up a 14-7 win in the 12th inning Tuesday, highlighted by a grand slam from OF Chad Pinder. Despite the win, Oakland is still just 2-7 in its last 9 road games.

The Rangers look to get back on track, but it might be tough. Texas is just 2-5 in its last 7 games against a right-handed starting pitcher.

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Athletics at Rangers projected starters

RHP Paul Blackburn vs. RHP Jon Gray

Blackburn (6-4, 3.36 ERA) makes his 18th start. He has a 1.20 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 7.2 K/9 through 91 IP.

Is an impressive 5-0 with a 1.28 ERA and .211 opponent batting average with 43 K across 56 1/3 IP over 10 road starts.
Hasn’t won in 4 starts, going 0-2 with a 7.45 ERA with 26 H allowed, including 6 HR.

Gray (5-4, 4.03 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.21 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 9.9 K/9 through 82 2/3 IP.

Is 3-0 with a 3.80 ERA with a .250 opponent batting average, 5 BB and 33 K across 23 2/3 IP through 4 home outings.
Allowed 5 ER, 5 H and 3 BB with 5 K across 6 IP in a no-decision at Oakland May 27.

Athletics at Rangers odds and lines

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Money line (ML): Athletics +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Rangers -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Athletics +1.5 (-135) | Rangers -1.5 (+110)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

Athletics at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Athletics 3

Money line

The Rangers (-200) will cost you twice as much as your potential return, and that’s just too much. Let Tuesday’s game serve as a cautionary tale on why you should not lay big juice, no matter how tasty a favorite appears to be.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The ATHLETICS +1.5 (-135) are a decent play on the road, especially since Blackburn has been absolute money on the road. However, Gray has been very good at home, too.

Over/Under

The UNDER 7.5 (+100) is a great play in what should be a well-pitched game.

The Under has connected in 8 of the last 11 games overall for the A’s.

Despite that the Over is 5-0 in the last 5 games overall for the Rangers, the bats might be a little tired after working overtime in last night’s contest.

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Oakland Athletics at Texas Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Oakland Athletics at Texas Rangers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Oakland Athletics (29-58) and the Texas Rangers (39-44) open a 3-game set Monday at Globe Life Field. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Athletics vs. Rangers odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Rangers lead series 5-2

The Athletics dropped 2 of 3 games over the weekend against the Astros, and Oakland is now just 4-9 across the past 13 outings. The Under is 8-1 across the past 9 games overall.

The Rangers took 2 of 3 games from the Minnesota Twins over the weekend, bouncing back from a 3-game sweep in Baltimore from July 4-6. The Over is 5-1 across the past 6 games for Texas.

Athletics vs. Rangers projected starters

RHP Adrian Martinez vs. RHP Spencer Howard

Martinez (2-1, 6.00 ERA) makes his 4th start of the season. He has a 1.40 WHIP, 1.2 BB/9 and 6.6 K/9 through 15 IP.

Is 1-1 with a 6.30 ERA and .282 opponent batting average in 10 IP across 2 road outings.
Allowed 3 ER, 8 H and 0 BB with 5 K across 5 IP in a win against the Toronto Blue Jays last time out Tuesday.

Howard (0-1, 10.97 ERA) makes his 3rd start of the season, and 5th overall appearance. He has a 1.88 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 11.8 K/9 through 10 2/3 IP.

Was tuned up for 4 ER, 6 H and 2 BB in a 68-pitch effort across 4 IP in a no-decision at Baltimore Tuesday.
Has failed to work longer than 4 IP in either of his 2 starts so far.

Athletics vs. Rangers odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:45 a.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Athletics +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Rangers -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Athletics +1.5 (-135) | Rangers -1.5 (+110)
Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: +105 | U: -130)

Athletics vs. Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 8, Athletics 5

Money line

The RANGERS (-180) are right at my personal limit for a money line play. Texas is a little risky behind Howard, a pitcher who is rather untested and doesn’t go long into games. The bullpen will be relied upon heavily in this one.

However, the Athletics (+145) have a rather unproven pitcher of their own, and this one won’t end well for them in Arlington. The A’s are used to that, as they’re 2-7 in the past nine 9 meetings.

Run line/Against the spread

The RANGERS -1.5 (+110) are worth playing at plus-money on the run line, and a much better value than playing them straight up. While Texas has won 5 of its past 12 games dating back to June 27, 4 of those victories have been by 2 or more runs.

Over/Under

The OVER 9.5 (+105) is the play in this series opener between divisional rivals.

While the Under has dominated for Oakland lately, the Over is 5-1 in the past 6 games overall for Texas. Rangers pitching has allowed 5 or more runs in 5 of the past 6 outings.

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Texas Rangers at Kansas City Royals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Texas Rangers at Kansas City Royals odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Texas Rangers (36-37) and Kansas City Royals (26-47) wrap up a 3-game set at Kauffman Stadium Wednesday. First pitch is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rangers vs. Royals odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Rangers lead 4-1

The Rangers routed the Royals in the first 2 games of this series, winning by a combined margin of 18-7 – 10-4 Monday and 8-3 Tuesday. Texas has cashed 3 Overs in a row.

The Royals look to snap a 4-game losing streak. Kansas City has been outscored 32-17 during the skid, hitting the Over in all 4 contests.

Rangers at Royals projected starters

RHP Dane Dunning vs. RHP Zack Greinke

Dunning (1-5, 4.17 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.33 WHIP, 3.2 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 82 IP.

Allowed 1 ER, 7 H and 1 BB across 6 IP in a no-decision Friday at home against the Washington Nationals.
Hasn’t won in 10 straight starts – last win as April 30 against the Atlanta Braves.

Greinke (1-4, 4.68 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.27 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 4.5 K/9 in 57 2/3 IP.

Picked up 1st win of the season Friday, yielding 1 ER on 3 H and 0 BB with 4 K across 6 IP in 3-1 home victory vs. the Oakland A’s.
Has a 1-1 record and 2.28 ERA in 27 2/3 IP across 5 home outings vs. an 0-3 record, 6.90 ERA and .294 opponents’ batting average in 30 IP over 6 road contests.

Rangers at Royals odds and lines

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Money line (ML): Rangers -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Royals +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers -1.5 (+122) | Royals +1.5 (-150)
Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -102 | U: -122)

Rangers at Royals picks and predictions

Prediction

Royals 6, Rangers 4

Money line

The ROYALS (+105) are a decent play as short dogs at home in the series finale, looking to salvage something out of this 3-game set.

Greinke hasn’t really given Kansas City much this season, but he is coming off a victory. Meanwhile, Dunning has struggled for the Rangers, too.

Look for K.C. to get back into the win column.

Run line/Against the spread

The ROYALS +1.5 (-150) are not terribly overpriced if you don’t trust them to win outright and want a little insurance.

Over/Under

The OVER 9.5 (-102) is the lean here.

The Over has hit in 3 in a row for the Rangers, while going 6-1 in the past 7 on the road against a right-handed starter.

For the Royals, the Over has cashed in 4 consecutive contests, while going 5-0 in the past five at home vs. RHP.

The Over is also 4-0 in the past 4 overall at Kauffman Stadium.

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Washington Nationals at Texas Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Washington Nationals at Texas Rangers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions

The Washington Nationals (26-48) and Texas Rangers (34-36) meet Sunday for the finale of a 3-game interleague series at Globe Life Park in Arlington, Texas. First pitch is scheduled for 2:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Nationals vs. Rangers odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: The Nationals topped the Rangers 2-1 in the series opener Friday, with Texas edging Washington 3-2 in Saturday’s battle. The Under cashed in both games.

The Nationals are a respectable 3-2 in the past five games, while cashing the Under in each of the previous 4 outings.

The Rangers picked up 3 wins in the past 4 games on this homestand, all against NL East teams.

Nationals at Rangers projected starters

RHP Jackson Tetreault vs. RHP Glenn Otto

Tetreault (1-1, 5.73 ERA) makes his 3rd start. The rookie has a 1.64 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 3.3 K/9 through 11 IP.

Allowed 3 unearned runs on 6 hits and 2 BB across 7 IP to pick up his 1st-career win, beating the Philadelphia Phillies June 19.
Is making his 1st-career start on the road.

Otto (4-2, 4.24 ERA) makes his 9th start. He has a 1.36 WHIP, 5.1 BB/9 and 7.4 K/9 through 40 1/3 IP.

Rejoined the team Wednesday and is expected to be activated from the COVID-19 related injured list Sunday.
Has quality starts in 3 of the past 4 outings, allowing 2 or fewer runs in each of the contests.

Nationals at Rangers odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:59 a.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Nationals +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Rangers -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Nationals +1.5 (-140) | Rangers -1.5 (+115)
Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Nationals at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Nationals 2

Money line

The Rangers (-175) wouldn’t be terribly priced out of line if they were a good team, but this is an offense which has struggled to score runs. They’ve allowed 4.0 runs per game across the past 10 outings, posting 3 or fewer runs in 6 outings. I expect Texas to get it done, but it will be close the entire contest.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The RANGERS -1.5 (+115) are a better value on the run line. While Texas didn’t cover in Saturday’s 3-2 win, the team’s previous 8 victories dating back to June 7 have each been by 2 or more runs.

If you like Texas to win, you should also like them to cover the run line.

Over/Under

The UNDER 9.5 (-112) hit in each of the first 2 meetings in this series, and the Under is on a 4-0 run for Texas. The Under has also cashed in each of the previous 4 outings for Washington.

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Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions

The Philadelphia Phillies (36-32) and Texas Rangers (31-35) meet Tuesday for the opener of a 2-game interleague set at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Phillies vs. Rangers odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: These teams met May 3-4 in a 2-game set in Philadelphia, with the Rangers winning both games by a combined score of 8-5.

The Phillies have won the past 5 series openers, and Philadelphia is 4-0 in its past 4 interleague games. Philly enters red-hot, too, going 15-3 in the past 18 games overall, while cashing in 7 of the past 8 on the road.

The Rangers are back home, and that’s not necessarily a good thing. Texas has won just 2 of its past 8 games at GLF, while winning just once in the past 5 tries against winning teams.

Phillies at Rangers projected starters

RHP Kyle Gibson vs. LHP Martin Perez

Gibson (4-2, 4.04 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.22 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 7.8 K/9 through 71 1/3 IP.

Is just 0-1 with a 5.70 ERA and a .289 opponents’ batting average through 23 2/3 IP across 5 road starts.
Has struggled against Rangers 2B Brad Miller, who is 8-for-18 (.444) with 2 doubles, 2 RBI and a 1.121 OPS vs. Gibson.

Perez (4-2, 2.10 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 7.2 K/9 through 81 1/3 IP.

Has posted a 3-2 record, 2.45 ERA and .222 OBA with just 1 HR allowed across 40 1/3 IP over 7 home starts.
Is 0-0 with a 4.50 ERA and .342 OBA with 16 K across 18 IP in 3 starts in the month of June.

Phillies at Rangers odds and lines

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Money line (ML): Phillies +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Rangers -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Phillies -1.5 (+160) | Rangers +1.5 (-200)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Phillies at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 5, Phillies 3

Money line

While the Phillies (+100) have been red-hot lately, the RANGERS (-120) own the 2-0 season series lead. Texas hasn’t necessarily been very good at home, but with the southpaw Perez on the hill, it has its most consistent pitcher going.

Philadelphia is 1-4 in the past 5 interleague road games against a left-handed starting pitcher, while going 3-8 in the past 11 as an underdog and 2-5 in the previous 7 as a road ‘dog.

Run line/Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-200) will cost you twice your potential return if you decide you’d like some insurance and don’t like Texas straight up.

AVOID, and just play the home team on the money line.

Over/Under

The UNDER 8.5 (-108) is the slight lean in this interleague series opener.

The teams split the Over-Under in the 2-game set in Philly in early May. While Philadelphia has cashed the Over in 19 of the past 27 games overall, while hitting at an 18-7-1 clip in the past 26 road outings, the Under is 10-4 in the past 14 following a scheduled day off.

For Texas, it’s all about the Under, going 7-2 in the past 9 at home, while cashing at a 10-2-1 pace in the past 13 against winning teams.

I don’t love the Under, though, and would simply play it lightly.

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