The Houston Astros (90-72) and the Texas Rangers (90-72) are set to lock horns in a pivotal ALCS Game 5. With the series tied at 2-2, this game is a turning point for both teams. The Astros, riding a 2-game winning streak, are looking to maintain their momentum, while the Rangers aim to bounce back from a 2-game losing streak. Let’s run through the Rangers vs. Astros player props, streaks, odds, and picks below.
Rangers vs. Astros Player Props
Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.
Houston Astros
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | Strikeouts | 4.5 | 9/10 | -175 | +130 | 6.1 | 6.15 |
| Yordan Alvarez | Hits | 0.5 | 9/10 | -245 | +175 | 1.5 | 1.45 |
| Yordan Alvarez | Hits, Runs & RBIs | 1.5 | 8/10 | -145 | +110 | 4.0 | 3.60 |
| Justin Verlander | Outs | 16.5 | 8/10 | -130 | +100 | 18.8 | 18.69 |
| Jose Abreu | Hits | 0.5 | 8/10 | -250 | +180 | 1.1 | 0.99 |
| Yordan Alvarez | Runs | 0.5 | 7/10 | +105 | -140 | 1.2 | 0.85 |
| Jeremy Pena | Singles | 0.5 | 7/10 | -125 | -105 | 0.7 | 0.80 |
| Jeremy Pena | Hits | 0.5 | 7/10 | -235 | +170 | 0.8 | 0.82 |
| Jose Abreu | Hits, Runs & RBIs | 1.5 | 7/10 | -125 | -105 | 3.3 | 2.40 |
| Alex Bregman | Hits | 0.5 | 7/10 | -220 | +165 | 0.9 | 0.86 |
Texas Rangers
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Carter | Total Bases | 0.5 | 9/10 | -185 | +140 | 2.0 | 1.88 |
| Evan Carter | Hits | 0.5 | 9/10 | -185 | +140 | 1.1 | 1.04 |
| Adolis Garcia | Hits | 0.5 | 9/10 | -255 | +185 | 1.2 | 1.13 |
| Jordan Montgomery | Outs | 16.5 | 7/10 | -115 | -115 | 17.7 | 17.61 |
| Adolis Garcia | Singles | 0.5 | 7/10 | +125 | -170 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
| Jordan Montgomery | Strikeouts | 3.5 | 7/10 | -155 | +115 | 4.5 | 4.24 |
| Nathaniel Lowe | Total Bases | 0.5 | 7/10 | -170 | +130 | 1.2 | 1.07 |
| Nathaniel Lowe | Hits | 0.5 | 7/10 | -170 | +130 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
| Jonah Heim | Total Bases | 0.5 | 8/10 | -185 | +140 | 1.1 | 1.01 |
| Jonah Heim | Hits | 0.5 | 8/10 | -185 | +140 | 0.8 | 0.80 |
| Leody Taveras | Total Bases | 0.5 | 7/10 | -170 | +125 | 1.5 | 1.20 |
| Leody Taveras | Hits | 0.5 | 7/10 | -170 | +125 | 0.9 | 0.82 |
| Jonah Heim | Singles | 0.5 | 7/10 | +120 | -160 | 0.7 | 0.80 |
Rangers vs. Astros Odds
- Moneyline: Houston Astros -105 (DraftKings) / Texas Rangers -110 (PointsBet)
- Total: 8.5
Game Info
- Date: Friday, Oct. 20
- Time: 5:07 PM ET
- Location: Globe Life Field – Arlington, TX
- TV: Fox Sports 1
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Houston Astros Betting Trends
- The Astros have won 55 of their 81 games on the road this season.
- They have covered the spread in 86 of their 170 games this season.
- The Astros have won 7 of their last 10 games.
Texas Rangers Betting Trends
- The Rangers have won 50 of their 81 home games this season.
- They have covered the spread in 92 of their 171 games this season.
- The Rangers have won 6 of their last 10 games.
Rangers vs. Astros Preview
The Astros are sending their ace, Justin Verlander, to the mound for Game 5. Verlander, with a 7-3 win-loss record and an ERA of 3.31, has been a consistent performer for the Astros, helping them secure 7 wins in his 11 starts. On the other side, the Rangers will be starting with left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery. Montgomery, with a 4-2 win-loss record and an impressive ERA of 2.79, has been a reliable presence on the mound. However, his team has only won 4 of his 11 starts, indicating that the Rangers’ offense may struggle to provide him with run support.
Offensively, the Astros have been performing well, ranking 3rd in the league for hits and 5th for runs. Their key player, Kyle Tucker, has a batting average of .284 and has hit 29 home runs this season. The Rangers have also been firing on all cylinders offensively, ranking 2nd in hits and 3rd in runs. Their shortstop, Corey Seager, leads the team with a .327 batting average.
Defensively, both teams have been solid. The Astros have an ERA of 3.94, ranking 8th in the league, while the Rangers have an ERA of 4.28, ranking 18th. However, the Rangers have made more errors this season, which could be a factor in this game.
Rangers vs. Astros Picks
Given the recent form of both teams and the pitching matchup, this game is likely to be a closely contested one. However, the Astros have the edge in terms of offensive performance and pitching. Verlander’s consistency and the Astros’ strong performance on the road make them a good pick for this game.
Furthermore, the Astros have been successful in covering the spread in their recent games, indicating their ability to outperform expectations. Considering these factors, the best value pick for this game would be the Houston Astros.
The Pick: Houston Astros -105 (DraftKings)