Preview: Texas Rangers Square Off Against Houston Astros on July 14, 2024

On the afternoon of July 14, 2024, the Texas Rangers are set to clash with the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park starting at 2:10 PM under overcast skies. The Rangers have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the game, while Ronel Blanco, sporting a 2.534 ERA, will take the mound for the Astros. In the current American League West standings for 2024, the Rangers rank 11th with a record of 45-50, reflecting a .470 winning percentage, and are positioned third in the division with a 12-16 divisional record. Recently, they’ve recorded six wins out of their last 10 games and are currently riding a one-game winning streak. At home, they hold a 24-21 record, while their away record stands at 21-29. Their daytime performance shows 18 wins against 27 losses, compared to 27 wins in night games, with a total of 410 runs scored and 403 allowed. Meanwhile, the Astros are placed eighth in the division with a 50-45 overall record and a .526 winning percentage. Ranking second in the division with a 16-13 record, they’ve won seven of their last 10 games despite a recent loss. The Astros have a stronger home record of 28-20, contrasted with a 22-25 road record. They have secured 17 victories in day games against 33 in night games, having scored 455 runs and allowed 404 runs in total.