This has been a tough series to size up as the Rangers have pretty much struggled throughout the duration of the young season and Houston has battled since their season-opening series. There are encouraging signs that Houston's offense is beginning to emerge from their slump with Kyle Tucker finally showing signs of life and Jose Altuve working his way back from injury. Houston seemingly always has the advantage with Verlander toeing the rubber and that will certainly be the case in this one. The Astros have had success in Arlington of late going 6-2 in their last eight contests. That continues on Thursday afternoon.
This has been a tough series to size up as the Rangers have pretty much struggled throughout the duration of the young season and Houston has battled since their season-opening series. There are encouraging signs that Houston's offense is beginning to emerge from their slump with Kyle Tucker finally showing signs of life and Jose Altuve working his way back from injury. Houston seemingly always has the advantage with Verlander toeing the rubber and that will certainly be the case in this one. The Astros have had success in Arlington of late going 6-2 in their last eight contests. That continues on Thursday afternoon.