The Texas Rangers (74-83) goes against the Oakland Athletics (68-89) in another American League encounter at the end of the season when both teams want to end the season Scheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 3:37 PM ET at Oakland Coliseum, this game focuses on the dynamics of two losers who are trying to shift the momentum in their favor. Judging by the top exclusive handicappers, the bookies seem to have drawn the line, with both teams eager to showcase their prowess with the season running out.
Texas Rangers vs. Oakland Athletics 9/26/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 3:37 PM ET |
| Where: | Oakland Coliseum |
| Watch: | BSSW, NBCSCA, MLBN, MLB.TV |
| Rangers odds: | -115 |
| Athletics odds: | -105 |
| Total Line: | 8.5 |
Texas Rangers (74-83) vs. Oakland Athletics (68-89)
The Texas Rangers currently hold a record of 74-83 and wish to improve this against the Oakland Athletics. In a recent matchup with the Houston Athletics, there were some highs since they managed to win three out of the four games played against the LA Angels even though the team struggled while on the road. Apart from that, while they have had their share of ups and downs with the Athletics and Seattle Mariners, they have managed to do quite well given the fact that they have an 8-3 SU over the last eleven games played in Oakland and this gives a glimpse of how promising the end of the season will be.
| Texas Rangers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 25, 2024 | OAK | 5-1 | W |
| Sep 24, 2024 | OAK | 4-5 | L |
| Sep 22, 2024 | SEA | 6-5 | W |
| Sep 21, 2024 | SEA | 4-8 | L |
| Sep 20, 2024 | SEA | 2-8 | L |
The Oakland Athletics, on the other hand, display a record of 68-89 and have faced significant challenges this season. Their recent form shows a lack of consistency, with a recent win against Texas offering a brief respite from a series of losses, including tough games against the New York Yankees. With a home record of 1-6 SU in their last 7 games, the Athletics will need to leverage every advantage they can muster to overturn their poor home performance trend.
| Oakland Athletics Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 25, 2024 | TEX | 1-5 | L |
| Sep 24, 2024 | TEX | 5-4 | W |
| Sep 22, 2024 | NYY | 4-7 | L |
| Sep 21, 2024 | NYY | 0-10 | L |
| Sep 20, 2024 | NYY | 2-4 | L |
Kumar Rocker (0-1, 2.57 ERA) vs. J.T. Ginn (0-1, 4.4 ERA)
Rocker Kumar, on the other hand, is showing satisfying statistics, with an average of 2.57 earned in 7 innings pitched, which means he has a 0-1 record this season. Unlike his walk numbers, which are few, therefore top of the line are his strikeouts, but the performance indicates that he can contain the Athletics’ batters. The location of his WHIP and ERA indicates a pitcher in control, which may be of the utmost importance during this matchup.
The same cannot be said about J.T. Ginn, whose ERA stands at 4.4 in 28.2 innings, who has prompts in form of judgments on his pitching. Contrary to Rocker, Ginn relatively carries a higher ERA and WHIP, but meanwhile he has been more time on the mound to try to fix it. The task for him will be the performance of the Texas bats, who at times have been utterly savage on their opponents.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Texas Rangers -115, Total Odds: 8.5
The current betting landscape shows the Rangers slightly favored with a Moneyline of -115, reflecting their recent performances and historical success at Oakland Coliseum. The total line set at 8.5 with trends favoring the OVER indicates expectations for a high-scoring game, considering both teams’ recent scoring outputs.
Texas Rangers Betting Trends
The Rangers’ betting trends highlight a propensity for high-scoring games, with the total going OVER in 4 of their last 5 games. This trend, combined with their overall performance against Oakland, especially on the road, suggests that betting on the OVER might be a viable option.
Oakland Athletics Betting Trends
The Athletics, despite their struggles, have also trended towards high-scoring outcomes, with the total going OVER in 4 of their last 5 home games against Texas. Their recent inability to secure wins at home could be a concern for bettors leaning towards an Athletics victory.
Texas Rangers vs. Oakland Athletics 9/26/24 Betting Picks
Based on trends and performance metrics, the Rangers might be more interesting when considering the historical dominance when playing in Oakland. The starting pitcher matchup is also slightly in favor of Texas, making betting on them on Moneyline a good value bet.
Speaking of betting strategies, the OVER on the total line should be an excellent selection, given the recent relative performances of both teams. For those needing more action, though, specializing in prop bets on strikeouts could be worth considering, especially with Rocker’s standing as a potential strikeout artist. For more insights like this, check back for free MLB advice daily.