Game Overview
- First Pitch: 7:15 p.m. ET / 6:15 p.m. CT
- Venue: Globe Life Field, Arlington, TX
- Series Status: Phillies lead 1–0
- Broadcast: FOX
Pitching Probables
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillies | Jesús Luzardo | 10–5 | 4.32 | 1.35 | 147 |
| Rangers | Jacob deGrom | 10–4 | 2.80 | 0.94 | 135 |
- Luzardo has a 3.36 ERA on the road, compared to 5.23 at home
- deGrom owns a 1.91 ERA at home, with opponents hitting just .192 at Globe Life Field
Key Players to Watch
Philadelphia Phillies
- Brandon Marsh: 4-for-4 with HR and double in Friday’s win
- Kyle Schwarber: 41 HR, 5 HR in last 10 games
- Trea Turner: 3-run HR in 9th inning Friday
Texas Rangers
- Marcus Semien: 15 doubles, 13 HR
- Adolis García: 2 HR in 5 AB vs. Luzardo
- Josh Jung: RBI single in Game 1
Team Trends & Stats
| Team | Last 10 Games | Batting AVG | ERA | Run Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillies | 6–4 | .259 | 3.78 | +13 |
| Rangers | 4–6 | .246 | 4.35 | –10 |
- Phillies are 11–15 in Game 2 of road series this season
- Rangers are 40–20 when recording 8+ hits
Injury Report
Phillies: Alec Bohm (ribcage), Aaron Nola (ankle), Daniel Robert (blister)
Rangers: Evan Carter, Jacob Webb, Chris Martin, Tyler Mahle, Cody Bradford, Josh Sborz (various IL stints)
Final Take
Despite Friday’s 9–1 blowout by Philadelphia, Saturday’s matchup tilts toward a pitcher’s duel. Luzardo’s road form and strikeout ability (6.5 K prop) could neutralize Texas’ righty-heavy lineup, while deGrom’s home dominance makes the Under 7 a sharp play. The Phillies have struggled against elite velocity and deGrom has historically owned their lineup, though recent form suggests vulnerability.
Game Odds
Philadelphia Phillies 7
Texas Rangers – 137
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, August 8, 2025
