Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers: Match Prediction, Injury Report & Players to watch out for

published

by

Match Preview: Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers

Corey Seagzz 5
Apr 8, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) celebrates in the dugout after scoring a run during the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre . Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

The Houston Astros will face the Texas Rangers on 21st May 2022, in what will be the third game of their ongoing series. Astros won the first game of the series quite comprehensively, but the Rangers bounced back to level up the series. With two games remaining in this series, the third game is very important for both the teams,

  • Astros currently have a record of 25-15.
  • Rangers currently have a record of 18-20.

Injury Report:

Astros:

PLAYERPOSITIONUPDATEDINJURYINJURY STATUS
Jake MeyersCFWed, May 18ShoulderExpected to be out until at least Jun 8
Jake OdorizziSPWed, May 18Lower LegExpected to be out until at least Jul 1
Lance McCullersSPSun, May 8ForearmExpected to be out until at least Jun 15
Taylor Jones1BWed, Apr 20BackExpected to be out until at least Jun 10

Rangers:

PLAYERPOSITIONUPDATEDINJURYINJURY STATUS
Joe BarlowRPThu, May 19FingerExpected to be out until at least May 20
Jonathan HernandezRPWed, May 18ElbowExpected to be out until at least Jun 26
Jose LeclercRPWed, May 18ElbowExpected to be out until at least Jun 23
Albert AbreuRPMon, May 16AnkleExpected to be out until at least May 24
Mitch GarverCTue, May 10ElbowExpected to be out until at least May 20

Source: CBS Sports

Player to watch out for in Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers

altuveX 9
Apr 5, 2021; Anaheim, California, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) scores a run against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
  • Jose Altuve – Astros

Jose Altuve will look to step up for his team to win this game and avoid the series loss. He had a great first game and would want to replicate that in the 3rd game as well.

Match Prediction & Telecast Details:

The Houston Astros will be the heavy favorites to win this match and go 2-1 up in the series, which will put them in a good position to win the series.

  • Match Prediction: Houston Astros to win the game.

You can watch the game on MLB TV. Follow our dedicated page for MLB for instant news and updates.