The Texas Rangers are set to go head-to-head with the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on July 14, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 2:10 PM. Cloudy skies are expected for the game day.

The starting pitcher for the Texas Rangers has not been confirmed yet. For the Astros, Ronel Blanco will take the mound, boasting an ERA of 2.534.

In the 2024 AL West Division, the Rangers are ranked 11th with a record of 45-50, a winning percentage of .47. Their division record stands at 12-16, placing them 3rd in the AL West. The Rangers have picked up 6 wins in their last 10 outings and are currently riding a one-game winning streak. At home, their record is 24-21, while away they have 21 wins and 29 losses. They perform better in night games with 27 wins as opposed to 18 in day games. Over the season, they have scored 410 runs and conceded 403.

Meanwhile, the Astros hold the 8th position with a 50-45 record, translating to a .53 winning percentage. They are 2nd in the division with a 16-13 record against divisional rivals. The Astros have 7 victories in their last 10 matches, though they come into this game off a loss. They boast a stronger home record of 28-20 compared to 22-25 on the road. Their performance in night games is notable with 33 wins against 17 in day games. The Astros have accumulated 455 runs while allowing 404 runs.