Matchup: Texas Rangers (44–47) vs. Los Angeles Angels (44–46)
Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Time: 9:38 PM ET
Venue: Angel Stadium, Anaheim, CA
Broadcast: Bally Sports Southwest, Bally Sports West, MLB.TV
Streaming: FuboTV, MLB.TV (regional restrictions apply)
Game Overview
The Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Angels continue their four-game AL West showdown at Angel Stadium. The Angels took the opener in dramatic fashion, walking off the Rangers 6–5 on a bases-loaded walk. That snapped a three-game skid for Los Angeles and marked their fourth straight one-run game.
The Rangers, now 1–3 on their current road trip, are looking to bounce back behind veteran ace Nathan Eovaldi, while the Angels counter with the electric but inconsistent José Soriano.
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rangers | Nathan Eovaldi (RHP) | 5–3 | 1.75 | 0.85 | 77 |
| Angels | José Soriano (RHP) | 6–5 | 3.72 | 1.42 | 91 |
- Eovaldi is making his third start since returning from the IL (triceps). He’s been efficient but limited to 45 and 72 pitches in his last two outings.
- Soriano has allowed 17 runs over his last 7 starts, but 15 of those came in just two games. He’s been sharp otherwise and owns a 2.35 ERA in 4 career appearances vs. Texas.
Key Players to Watch
Texas Rangers
- Corey Seager: 2-run HR in Game 1; .582 OPS allowed vs. Angels in career
- Adolis García: 49 RBI, .228 AVG – Power threat in the middle of the order
- Josh Smith: .286 AVG – Tied Game 1 with an RBI double in the 8th
Los Angeles Angels
- Taylor Ward: 20 HR, 59 RBI – 9-game hitting streak, batting .359 over last 10 games
- Travis d’Arnaud: 3 RBI in Game 1, including a 2-run HR
- Nolan Schanuel: Walk-off walk in Game 1, .264 AVG, 8 HR
Team Stats & Trends
| Category | Rangers | Angels |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 44–47 (4th AL West) | 44–46 (3rd AL West) |
| Last 10 Games | 4–6 | 5–5 |
| Team ERA | 3.88 | 4.32 |
| Batting Avg | .243 | .247 |
| Home Runs | 108 | 112 |
| Road Record | 18–28 | 23–21 (Home) |
- The Angels have an .892 OPS over their last 9 home games.
- The Rangers are 6–14 vs. left-handed starters this season and have struggled on the road.
Game Odds
Texas Rangers – 118
Los Angeles Angels 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Monday, July 7, 2025
