Match Preview: Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers
The Houston Astros will face the Texas Rangers on 19th May 2022, in what will be the first game of their upcoming series. Astros have once again transformed themselves into a contender after a slow start to the season, while their opponents are still looking to get things right this season.
- Astros currently have a record of 24-14.
- Rangers currently have a record of 17-19.
Injury Report:
Astros:
PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
Jake Meyers | CF | Wed, May 18 | Shoulder | Expected to be out until at least Jun 8 |
Jake Odorizzi | SP | Wed, May 18 | Lower Leg | Expected to be out until at least Jul 1 |
Lance McCullers | SP | Sun, May 8 | Forearm | Expected to be out until at least Jun 15 |
Taylor Jones | 1B | Wed, Apr 20 | Back | Expected to be out until at least Jun 10 |
Rangers:
PLAYER | POSITION | UPDATED | INJURY | INJURY STATUS |
Joe Barlow | RP | Thu, May 19 | Finger | Expected to be out until at least May 20 |
Jonathan Hernandez | RP | Wed, May 18 | Elbow | Expected to be out until at least Jun 26 |
Jose Leclerc | RP | Wed, May 18 | Elbow | Expected to be out until at least Jun 23 |
Albert Abreu | RP | Mon, May 16 | Ankle | Expected to be out until at least May 24 |
Mitch Garver | C | Tue, May 10 | Elbow | Expected to be out until at least May 20 |
Player to watch out for in Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers
- Jose Altuve – Astros
Jose Altuve would look to give a solid start to the Astros against the mediocre Rangers team, and he would love to help his team get the win in the first game.
Match Prediction & Telecast Details:
The Houston Astros will be the heavy favorites to win this match and start the series with a win against a Texas side that hasn’t found its rhythm yet.
- Match Prediction: Houston Astros to win the game.
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