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In the second game of a three-game series at Globe Life Field, the Atlanta Braves (26-15) meet the Texas Rangers (25-16), Tuesday at 8:05 PM ET. On the hill for the Braves will be Jared Shuster (0-1), matched up against the Rangers’ Dane Dunning (3-0).
Despite playing away from their home ballpark, the Braves are favored to win (-119) over the Rangers (+100). The game’s over/under is 10.
Braves vs. Rangers Odds
Run Line
Atlanta Braves (-1.5)
Moneyline
Braves (-119)
Total
10 Runs (Over: -106, Under: -114)
When, Where, at What Time is Braves vs. Rangers
- Game Day: Tuesday, May 16, 2023
- Game Time: 8:05 PM ET
- TV Channel: BSSW
- Location: Arlington, Texas
- Stadium: Globe Life Field
Braves Injury Report
| Name | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | 10-Day Injured List | Elbow |
| Max Fried | 15-Day Injured List | Forearm |
| Lucas Luetge | 15-Day Injured List | Bicep |
| Kyle Wright | 60-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
| Kolby Allard | 60-Day Injured List | Oblique |
| Tyler Matzek | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
| Huascar Ynoa | 60-Day Injured List | Elbow |
Rangers Injury Report
| Name | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Travis Jankowski | 10-Day Injured List | Hamstring |
| Mitch Garver | 10-Day Injured List | Knee |
| Corey Seager | 10-Day Injured List | Hamstring |
| Jacob deGrom | 15-Day Injured List | Elbow |
| Jake Odorizzi | 60-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
| Glenn Otto | 60-Day Injured List | Back |
| Spencer Howard | 60-Day Injured List | Back |
| Brett Martin | 60-Day Injured List | Shoulder |
| Josh Smith | Day-to-day | Foot |
Last Time Out: Braves and Rangers
Yesterday, the Braves claimed a 12-0 victory over the Rangers, with Charlie Morton (6.2 IP, 0 R, 7 H, 10 K) registering the win for the Braves. Orlando Arcia went 2-for-2 with a double, a home run and two RBI to lead the offensive showing. Cody Bradford (5.0 IP, 6 R, 7 H, 3 K) was credited with the loss for the Rangers.
Betting Trends
Braves Betting Records and Team Stats
The Braves have won 22, or 64.7%, of the 34 games they’ve played as favorites this season. Atlanta has a record of 22-9, a 71% win rate, when favored by -119 or more by oddsmakers this season. The implied probability of a win from the Braves, based on the moneyline, is 54.3%. Atlanta and its opponents have gone over the total this season in 24 of their 41 opportunities. In 41 games with a spread this season, the Braves are 19-22-0 ATS.
| Name | GP | AVG (Rank) | OBP (Rank) | SLG (Rank) | HR% (Rank) | K% (Rank) | BB% (Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Acuña Jr. | 41 | .344 (2) | .436 (2) | .588 (5) | 4.8% (35) | 14.4% (20) | 13.3% (26) |
| Sean Murphy | 36 | .268 (66) | .404 (11) | .561 (10) | 6% (10) | 21.2% (87) | 13.9% (21) |
| Matt Olson | 41 | .227 (131) | .367 (35) | .500 (35) | 5.9% (13) | 32.4% (162) | 17.6% (7) |
| Ozzie Albies | 41 | .264 (74) | .301 (136) | .515 (27) | 5.8% (14) | 15.6% (31) | 4% (160) |
| Austin Riley | 41 | .245 (103) | .330 (86) | .409 (93) | 3.8% (57) | 27.5% (136) | 11% (57) |
Rangers Betting Records and Team Stats
The Rangers have come away with 11 wins in the 18 contests they have been listed as the underdogs in this season. This season, Texas has been victorious seven times in 14 chances when named as an underdog of at least +100 or worse on the moneyline. The Rangers have an implied victory probability of 50% according to the moneyline set by sportsbooks for this matchup. Texas and its opponents have gone over the total this season in 24 of their 41 opportunities. In 41 games with a line this season, the Rangers have a mark of 25-16-0 against the spread.
| Name | GP | AVG (Rank) | OBP (Rank) | SLG (Rank) | HR% (Rank) | K% (Rank) | BB% (Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Semien | 41 | .297 (29) | .382 (21) | .479 (50) | 3.7% (64) | 16.8% (39) | 12% (42) |
| Adolis García | 40 | .250 (97) | .312 (119) | .487 (46) | 5.8% (14) | 24.3% (116) | 8.7% (91) |
| Nate Lowe | 41 | .259 (84) | .342 (68) | .438 (73) | 2.7% (102) | 21.2% (87) | 10.9% (60) |
| Jonah Heim | 35 | .315 (8) | .371 (30) | .528 (22) | 4.3% (42) | 19.3% (67) | 7.9% (110) |
| Josh Jung | 39 | .248 (100) | .287 (147) | .439 (71) | 4.8% (35) | 31.1% (160) | 4.8% (152) |
Braves vs. Rangers Picks and Predictions
We pick that the Rangers will pick up the victory in this game, and they’re our choice on the moneyline (+100). If you’re looking for a pick on the over/under, we predict the final scoring winding up under the total (10 runs).