Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 09/05/25
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Astros vs Rangers Pickswise Expert Predictions
I favor the under on the posted game total in Friday’s matchup between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers. Hunter Brown is set to start for the Astros, marking his 28th start of the season. His first 27 outings have resulted in a 2.34 ERA across 161.2 innings of work, racking up 182 strikeouts along the way. He faces a Texas lineup that has rounded into form a bit after a slow start, but it is still a unit he is more than capable of finding success against. I expect a strong effort from the Astros right-hander in this matchup.
Merrill Kelly became a mainstay in the Arizona Diamondbacks rotation during the past several seasons, but a mid-season trade in 2025 shipped him to the Texas Rangers as Arizona sold off several key pieces. Kelly has pitched well so far in a Rangers uniform, posting a 3.31 ERA in his first 35.1 innings with his new club. The Astros offense has been more formidable in their home park this season and I expect Kelly to take advantage of that in this spot.
Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers prediction: Under 7.5 (-125) available at time of publishing. Playable at that price.
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