The Houston Astros (58-55) and Texas Rangers (54-60) close out a 3-game series on Wednesday. First pitch from Globe Life Field is set for 2:35 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Astros vs. Rangers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: Tied 6-6
Houston won 4-2 over Texas Tuesday while covering as a -123 road favorite. LHP Framber Valdez pitched 8 2/3 innings allowing 2 ER, 1 H, 3 BB with 5 K for the win, which ended a 3-game losing steak for the Astros.
The Rangers scored 2 in the bottom of the 9th, but were unable to complete the comeback from being down 4-0. Texas has not picked up back-to-back wins in its last 11 contests since July 25.