Astros and Rangers play rubber game at Globe Life Field on July 12
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 6:07 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Houston Astros (47-50) face the Texas Rangers (48-47) today in the final game of their three-game series at Globe Life Field. Cristian Javier (0-1, 10.22 ERA) takes the mound for the Astros, returning to the rotation after a shoulder injury, while the Rangers start MacKenzie Gore (5-8, 4.72 ERA). The Astros have won six of their nine matchups against the Rangers this season and can clinch the Silver Boot Series with a victory. Houston has shown improvement, posting a 27-19 record since May 21, the best in the American League during that timeframe.
- •Astros lead the season series against the Rangers 6-3.
- •Javier is returning from shoulder issues after limited starts this season.
- •Astros have the best AL record since May 21 at 27-19.
- •Yordan Alvarez leads MLB in several key offensive statistics.
- 6:07 PMYahoo Sports — Astros at Rangers Game Discussion: 7/12/2026
"TODAY’S GAME: The Houston Astros (47-50) and Texas Rangers (48-47) will play their final game of the first half today in the rubber game of their big three-game series at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX. Both teams named today’s starters postgame last night with the Astros tabbing RHP Cristian Javier (0-1, 10.22 ERA) for […]
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