Milwaukee Brewers (65-56) vs Texas Rangers (72-49)
Milwaukee Brewers vs Texas Rangers 8/18/2023 – The Brewers led the NL Central division for most of the season, but there are worries that they may falter late in the season. They are only a few matches ahead of the hot Cubs, and the Reds are close behind them. A brief two-game losing run in the middle of the week, despite their 6-4 record over their last 10 games, is cause for alarm. The Brewers are aware that they must regularly keep winning series after series if they are to avoid losing both the divisional and Wild Card races.
The Rangers have been one of the most surprising teams of the season, but they understand the importance of maintaining their momentum as the Astros closely trail them in the standings. With an impressive 42-21 home record, they’ve won 7 of their last 10 games, making them one of the strongest teams in the league. Hosting Milwaukee presents a tough challenge, but if they aim to secure the AL West title, they must establish dominance in crucial series like this and secure a win on Friday night. For expert insights, check out free MLB picks and predictions.
Brewers vs. Rangers Game Info
| When: | Friday, August 18, 2023 8:05 PM ET |
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| Where: | Globe Life Field, TX |
| TV: | Bally Sports Southwest |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Brandon Woodruff (2-1, ERA: 1.99) vs Andrew Heaney (9-6, ERA: 4.17)
In order to set the tone for the weekend, Brandon Woodruff will receive the ball in the game’s opening play. The right-hander comes into this game with a 2-1 record and a 1.99 ERA, making him one of their better pitchers over the past several seasons. His only other starts after suffering an injury in the middle of the season; both saw him surrender two runs. This is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate that he is back, especially as his longevity increases.
The Rangers’ Andrew Heaney will start this game and hopes to make an impression on the weekend series. Heaney, who enters with a 9-6 record and a 4.17 ERA, rejoins the rotation after making just 1.1 innings in his previous outing. He only gave up one run in 13.0 innings of work over his last three appearances, setting the stage for a good outing in this one.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Texas Rangers -114, Total Odds: 8
There are high expectations for this pitching showdown, but since Woodruff is still recovering from an injury, it’s unclear how well he’ll fare against one of baseball’s best offenses. On the other hand, Heaney was among the greatest pitchers in the American League over the past month, and he will give them a further advantage against a Milwaukee lineup that struggled offensively.
The Rangers were one of baseball’s top home teams this year, and when you combine their advantages in the starting lineup, the starting pitcher, and the field where this game will be played, the Rangers will easily win and set the tone for the weekend on Friday.
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Trends
The Milwaukee Brewers are 4-8 SU in their last 12 matches on the road. The total went OVER in 5 of Milwaukee’s last 6 matches when playing on the road against Texas. The Milwaukee Brewers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 matches against an opponent in the American League.
Texas Rangers Betting Trends
The total went UNDER in 13 of Texas’ last 18 matches. The Texas Rangers are 12-3 SU in their last 15 matches. The total went OVER in 5 of Texas’ last 7 matches against Milwaukee. The Texas Rangers are 9-1 SU in their last 10 matches at home.
Milwaukee Brewers vs Texas Rangers 8/18/2023 Betting Picks
The upcoming matchup between the Milwaukee Brewers and Texas Rangers promises intriguing dynamics. Milwaukee has seen the total go under in 4 of their last 5 meetings with AL West opponents, while Texas has a strong record of 5-1 against NL teams. When playing at home against Milwaukee, the total has trended towards the over in 5 of the last 6 games. Both teams are striving for an advantage in the standings, making this clash a must-watch. For comprehensive insights, explore free sports picks and odds.
Free Pick and Prediction: Texas Rangers will win 5-2