Rangers vs Blue Jays starting pitchers
- Yusei Kikuchi for Toronto Blue Jays
- Andrew Heaney for Texas Rangers
Rangers vs Blue Jays statistics
| Stat |
Rangers |
Blue Jays |
| Hits |
820 (16th) |
786 (27th) |
| Batting Average |
.239 (18th) |
.236 (20th) |
| Runs Batted In |
421 (18th) |
388 (25th) |
| Runs |
439 (18th) |
410 (25th) |
| Home Runs |
108 (17th) |
94 (27th) |
| Walks |
329 (11th) |
323 (13th) |
| Stolen Bases |
57 (21st) |
46 (27th) |
| Strikeouts |
793 (24th) |
741 (27th) |
| Pitches |
14617 (22nd) |
14638 (21st) |
Toronto Blue Jays recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/25/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Rays |
L |
13-0 |
| 7/24/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Rays |
W |
6-3 |
| 7/23/24 |
vs Tampa Bay Rays |
L |
4-2 |
| 7/21/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
W |
5-4 |
| 7/20/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
L |
7-3 |
Texas Rangers recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/25/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
2-1 |
| 7/24/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
10-2 |
| 7/23/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
3-2 |
| 7/22/24 |
vs Chicago White Sox |
W |
4-3 F/10 |
| 7/21/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
W |
3-2 |
Rangers vs Blue Jays predictions
With the Texas Rangers set to face the Toronto Blue Jays, let's focus on key players who could impact the game for the Rangers. Keep an eye on Corey Seager, the team's home run leader, whose consistent power at the plate could play a pivotal role in this matchup. On the mound, Andrew Heaney, despite his challenges this season, has managed to rack up over a hundred strikeouts. His ability to command the game early could set the tone for the Rangers. Marcus Semien, another integral figure, has been effective at driving in runs and will need to capitalize on scoring opportunities whenever they arise.
Switching gears to the Toronto Blue Blues, all eyes might be on Vladimir Guerrero Jr., a dominant figure with both a high batting average and an impressive ability to bring runners home. On the pitching side, Yusei Kikuchi, although struggling with an ERA over four, has the potential to turn things around in this game, given his knack to accumulate strikeouts. Keeping the ball in play and limiting walks will be crucial for Kikuchi to put his team in a position to win. The performance of players like George Springer could also be vital, known for his ability to generate runs and put pressure on the opposition's defense.
As for the game's outcome, it's shaping up to be a closely contested battle. Both teams have shown variability in their season performances, but the home advantage and the depth in batting might just tilt the scale in favor of the Toronto Blue Jays. Their ability to leverage small advantages could prove to be the deciding factor against the Rangers. However, if the Rangers' key players step up and Heaney controls the game early on, it could certainly make for an exciting and unpredictable finish.
Toronto Blue Jays injuries
- Joey Votto (1B): Day-To-Day
- Isiah Kiner-Falefa (3B): 10-Day-IL
- Payton Henry (C): Day-To-Day
- Ricky Tiedemann (SP): Day-To-Day
- Bo Bichette (SS): 10-Day-IL
Texas Rangers injuries
- Cody Bradford (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Austin Pruitt (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Avery Weems (RP): Day-To-Day
- Josh Jung (3B): 60-Day-IL
- Tyler Mahle (SP): 60-Day-IL
Rangers vs Blue Jays game info
| Venue |
Rogers Centre |
| Location |
Toronto, Ontario |
| First pitch |
Fri 7:07 PM |
