Rangers vs. Diamondbacks: Game 1 predictions, odds and picks — Sept 10, MLB 2024
The Texas Rangers will head to Chase Field on Tuesday as they battle with the Arizona Diamondbacks in a short two-game series. The defending World Series champions are in a tight race for the playoffs, and they must win as much as possible to qualify.
The Diamondbacks are in tight competition, but they have a better shot at the postseason. The D-backs have shown great improvement, but they still need to top the Milwaukee Brewers or the San Diego Padres to stay safe.
Rangers vs. Diamondbacks recent form and records
The Ranger squad is coming off an important series win against the New York Yankees and continued their success against the Los Angeles Angels. The offense has been productive, scoring 17 runs in the last four outings. It will still be a long shot as the team remains four games behind the .500 mark with a 70-74 record.
The D-backs are only half a game behind the Padres with an 80-64 record. Arizona's recent performance against the Houston Astros did not go well. Despite scoring 17 runs in the last three games, they surrendered 25 in return.
Players to watch
Starting Pitchers
Nathan Eovaldi (11-7, 3.55 ERA) vs. Zac Gallen (11-6, 3.69 ERA)
Nathan Eovaldi has a 1.06 WHIP and 144 Ks in 147.0 innings pitched.
Last start: Win, 7.0 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 3 BBs, 6 Ks vs. Angels
Career vs. D-backs: 3-0, 3.06 ERA, 22 Ks, 35.1 IP, 1 HR, 10 BB in 9 games.
Meanwhile, Zac Gallen has a 1.28 WHIP and 126 Ks in 127.0 innings pitched.
Last start: Win, 6.0 IP, 0 H, 0 ER, 4 BBs, 8 Ks vs. Astros
Career vs. Rangers: 1-1. 3.57 ERA, 25 Ks, 17.2 IP, 1 HR, 1 BB in 3 games.
Must Watch Hitters
Rangers
Offensively, manager Bruce Bochy and his team can be dangerous when it comes to scoring. Corey Seager, Adolis Garcia and Marcus Semien are among the top players to watch out for.
Diamondbacks
The D-backs were among the unexpected teams to paper in the World Series last year. With top players like Ketel Marte, Eugenio Suarez and Christian Walker, they can be strong at the plate.
Rangers vs. Diamondbacks Baseball Betting Odds
Rangers vs. Diamondbacks expert picks and game prediction
Both teams have strong pitchers on the mound, but the offense will play a crucial role in this game. The D-backs will have a better shot since they are only a few games into the playoff race.
As for the Ranger squad, they are predicted to struggle against Gallen, who has been a dominant pitcher for Arizona. The odds favor the D-backs to win this game.
Runline: +1.5 (-185)
Total Runs: U 8.5 (-105)
Prediction: Diamondbacks W 8, 5