Rangers vs Astros Prediction and MLB Tips - 16 May 2025
Last updated: May 16, 2025, 12:09AM | Published: May 14, 2025, 9:57PM
The Texas Rangers will face the Houston Astros in MLB action at Globe Life Field on Friday, commencing at 10:05am AEST.
Jacob deGrom (3-1, 2.72 ERA) will start for the Rangers, up against Hunter Brown (6-1, 1.48 ERA) for the Astros.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Rangers vs Astros game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Texas vs Houston MLB game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Rangers a 55% chance of winning against the Astros at Globe Life Field.
Rangers vs Astros: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Friday's MLB game at Globe Life Field are listed here:
- Head to Head: Rangers $1.74, Astros $2.15
- Line: Rangers -1.5 ($2.65), Astros +1.5 ($1.50)
- Total (Over/Under 6.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Rangers at $1.74 and the Astros at $2.15.
The Rangers are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Astros, with odds of $2.65 available at TAB.
For the underdog Astros (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.50.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 6.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Astros (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 64% of the time, while the 6.5-run over/under is expected to go over 54% of the time.
Rangers vs Astros: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $2.15 with TAB
- Line: Astros +1.5 at $1.50 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 6.5 at $1.91 with TAB
These Rangers vs Astros betting tips are based on world-class modelling and wagering experience to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Rangers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Astros to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.
Rangers vs Astros: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Texas vs Houston game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the Texas vs Houston game.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips for every MLB game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Rangers vs Astros: Essential Details
The match-up between the Rangers and Astros at Globe Life Field is scheduled to start at 10:05am AEST on Friday.
- Teams: Texas Rangers vs Houston Astros
- Date: Friday 16 May 2025
- Time: 10:05am AEST
- Venue: Globe Life Field
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Texas vs Houston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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