The Rangers are currently running away with the AL West as they enter the second game in their series with the Angels, over whom they hold a 21-game division lead over. LAA has has one of the worst starting rotations in the league this year and that’s not expected to change tonight as they send out Daniel Wright (0-2, 7.62 ERA) to take on Cole Hamels (14-5, 3.25 ERA) and the deadly Rangers’ lineup.
Things have turned sour in a hurry for the probable Hall of Famer Cole Hamels. He has given up 13 runs in his last six innings – over two starts – after posting six straight quality starts. Even with his last implosion in Seattle, Hamels still owns a 2.54 ERA and 9-3 record on the road.
Daniel Wright had a bit of a rough introduction to the big leagues as he gave up 11 earned runs in his first 13-innings pitched. He was recently called back up to the majors to fill a role in an Angels' rotation that has been one of the most fluid in the big leagues.
The desperate Angels recently acquired the righty from the Reds organization as they continue to look for answers. Wright may end up being another question, though, as he had an ERA of 6.13 in 12 starts at Triple-A before being called up.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Los Angeles Angels were listed as 164 moneyline underdogs earlier in the day at Sportsbook, while odds makers set the Sportsbook total line around 8.5 earlier at Sportsbook.
Odds Shark computer prediction formulas pick a 4.8-4.6 win for the Rangers on Saturday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.
Texas Rangers vs Los Angeles Angels Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Los Angeles Angels bring a 62-78 record to the battle against the 84-58 Rangers. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Los Angeles vs Texas injuries news.
It's a MLB baseball betting matchup between the No. 10-rated Los Angeles Angels and the league No. 12-ranked Texas Rangers, according to the latest MLB power poll here at Odds Shark.
Statistical Matchup
When it comes to getting on base, the visiting Texas Rangers rank No. 7 at 9.02 hits per game. That compares with the Los Angeles Angels No. 11 ranking in that category.
Los Angeles owns the No. 20 defense, allowing 4.49 men per game to cross the plate. That contrasts with Texas's No. 22-rated defense.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Texas rolled to a 2-1 win against Los Angeles on Friday, as Y Darvish and the Rangers' bats led the team to victory at Angel Stadium.
Next Betting Matchups
Texas at Los Angeles, Sunday, September 11th