Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers 4/7/24 MLB Betting Picks

Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers 4/7/24 – The Houston Astros are set to face off against the Texas Rangers in a much-anticipated game that will take place on Sunday at Globe Life Field. This early-season matchup features the Astros with a record of 2-5, looking to find their footing against the Rangers who have kicked off the year with a solid 4-2 standing. As both teams prepare for this clash, MLB picks today are buzzing with speculation and analysis on how this contest will unfold.

Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers 4/7/24

Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers 4/7/24

Team	RL	TOTAL	ML
Astros	TBD	TBD	TBD
Rangers	TBD	TBD	TBD

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Current betting odds for this game are still to be determined, reflecting the unpredictability and excitement surrounding this early-season showdown. Bettors and fans alike will be keenly watching for updates as game day approaches, with the performance of the starting pitchers likely playing a significant role in setting these lines.

Ronel Blanco (1-0, 0 ERA) vs. Dane Dunning (1-0, 4.26 ERA)

Ronel Blanco of the Houston Astros is entering the second week of the season after a flawless start to the season with a win-loss record of 1-0 and 0 ERA. Facing 10.5 innings, Blanco had not given up any hits. It was noteworthy that his performance featured 7 strikeouts and just 2 walks. Blanco’s crisp mound control, brilliantly captured by his minimal WHIP of 0.22, raises the standards for the Rangers’ hitters. Blanco has one advantage and that is his precision and control, so as to vanquish any team on the field.

At the same time, Texas’s Dane Dunning is showing mixed results in the early inning of the campaign. Having the record of 1-0 and the ERA of 4.26 over the 6.1 innings pitched, Dunning has demonstrated toughness even after the allowance of two home runs. His strikeout total of 7 and walk count of 4 show a balanced attack on hitters, however, preventing the long ball will be absolutely vital against a strike-force of astros that has already recorded 12 home runs this season.

Astros’ Offensive Firepower

The Houston Astros do not only concern themselves with pitching. It is also apparent that their offensive statistics paint a picture of a team with solid power. With a team batting average of .295, 30 runs which were made by 71 hits, and 12 home runs, the Astros have demonstrated their ability to reach base safely and are very damaging with an OBP of .361 and a .494 slugging percentage. This mixed approach of contact hitting and power puts a lot of tension in the opponent’s pitchers and defense making them bat with a potential of a game changing at every bat.

Rangers’ Balanced Attack

In response, the Rangers have a noticeable but decent offensive and defensive outlook. The lineup .268 includes 35 runs and 57 hits which translates to an attack that is able to create goal scoring opportunities. With 8 of our home runs and .347 OBP they are the team that can get runs through the basics and hit the home runs too. Pitchers have enjoyed a 3 ERA and a 1.22 WHIP, and therefore, the Rangers’ offense has balanced the battle making them the team that you must conquer to win.

Trends

Houston Astros Betting Trends

Astros are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Astros are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 1 of Astros’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 1 of Astros’ 7 last games at home

Texas Rangers Betting Trends

Rangers are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Texas Rangers are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Rangers are 2-1 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Rangers’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Rangers’ 3 last games at home