Texas Rangers (2-0) vs Baltimore Orioles (1-2)
The Line: Betting Odds: Texas Rangers -141 / Baltimore Orioles +110 — Over/Under: 8
The Baltimore Orioles and Texas Rangers face off on Monday in an MLB showdown at Globe Life Field.
Orioles Betting Preview
The Orioles have gotten out toa a slow start to the season. After winning the first game of the season the Orioles have lost two games in a row. On Sunday the pitching really struggled giving up nine runs against the Boston Red Sox. The offense was led by Cedric Mullins who finished with two hits and three RBIs. On the season Mullins has hit two home runs and driven in seven RBIs. On the mound for the Orioles will be Kyle Bradish who finished last season a 4-7 record and an ERA of 4.90.
Rangers Betting Preview
The Rangers made some big moves this offseason and at least the first weekend makes it look like they could be paying off. The Rangers are coming off a sweep of the Philadelphia Phillies and on Sunday they were able to secure the 2-1 victory. Marcus Semien has looked good to start the season and on Sunday he finished with two hits and one RBI. Mitch Garver overall this season has hit two home runs and driven in six RBIs. On the mound for the Rangers will be Jon Gray who finished last season with a 7-7 record and an ERA of 3.96.
Orioles vs Rangers Trends
The Rangers are 4-0 in their last four games on grass. The Rangers are 0-6 in Gray’s last six games on grass. The over is 9-0 in Gray’s last nine starts during Game 1 of a series. The over is 5-1 in Gray’s last six games overall. The over is 5-0 in Gray’s last five starts on grass.
Shane’s Free Pick
When Gray was on the mound last season, the over was a strong play, and it’s going to be the pace again in this game. The Rangers offense was strong in the first two games, and they are going to find success against Bradish who had some issues last season. The Orioles are going to find some success scoring against Gray also, and this game will go over. Look for 10 or 11 runs to be scored.