Detroit Tigers vs Texas Rangers Picks and Predictions May 11th 2025

Jung Brothers Reunite on Mother’s Day as Tigers Host Rangers

Baseball is often a family tradition, but for Josh and Jace Jung, this weekend’s Tigers vs. Rangers series was more than just another chapter in their pro careers — it was a full-on family reunion.

With both parents in Detroit and Mother’s Day perfectly timed, the brothers took the field as opponents for the first time in the majors. Josh Jung, 27, manned third base for the Texas Rangers, while his younger brother Jace, 24, did the same for the Detroit Tigers. It was a surreal moment for the whole Jung family.

“It’s super cool for us and super cool for the family,” Josh told reporters. “Especially with it falling on Mother’s Day. It’s truly remarkable.”

The last time they shared a diamond? High school, with their dad coaching them. Fast forward eight years, and now they’re doing it on a Major League stage.

Game Highlights: Seager Shines, Streak Ends

Saturday’s matchup wasn’t just about the family feel — it was also a strong bounce-back performance by the Rangers, who broke Detroit’s five-game winning streak with a convincing 10-3 win.

Corey Seager, fresh off a brief rest to manage his lingering hamstring issues, exploded with two solo homers and an RBI double. That marked his 19th career multi-homer game and brought his season total to six.

“We’re going to have our moments where we have to give him a break,” said manager Bruce Bochy. “You don’t want to risk it getting worse.”

Tigers manager A.J. Hinch acknowledged it was a tough night, but he’s focused on rebounding.

“A frustrating night that we can get away from today and try to win the series tomorrow,” Hinch said.

Tigers Turn to Reese Olson to Regain Control

Looking to respond and secure the series win, Detroit will hand the ball to right-hander Reese Olson. Quietly becoming one of the more reliable arms in the rotation, Olson (4-2, 3.03 ERA) has been lights-out lately.

He’s posted three shutouts in his last four starts, including a gem against the Angels — 5 2/3 scoreless innings with a season-high eight strikeouts.

Olson has never faced Seager before and is 0-1 with a 2.25 ERA in two previous starts against Texas. Sunday is a big test, but one he seems ready for after six days of rest.

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Rangers Counter With Eovaldi, Their Ace in Control

On the other side, Texas will start Nathan Eovaldi (3-2, 2.03 ERA), who has been locked in all year. The veteran right-hander has put together four consecutive quality starts, each going six innings and giving up two or fewer earned runs.

Eovaldi’s control has been elite — just four walks against 53 strikeouts across 48 2/3 innings. In his last outing, he limited Boston to one run over six strong innings.

And he’s no stranger to the Tigers. In seven career starts, Eovaldi owns a 4-0 record and a 3.00 ERA. He gave up just one run in 5 2/3 innings the last time he faced them.

Storylines Beyond the Box Score

• Jung vs Jung – Seeing the brothers face off, with family watching on Mother’s Day, is baseball magic.
• Seager’s Return – His performance could signal he’s back to full form, which is huge for Texas’ offense.
• Olson’s Rise – The young righty is quietly becoming a foundational piece for the Tigers’ rotation.
• Eovaldi’s Mastery – He’s not flashy, but he’s one of the most consistent arms in the league right now.

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Final Thoughts: Baseball’s Family Affair

Sunday’s game offers more than just a potential series win — it delivers a reminder of why fans love this sport. For the Jung family, this series is a once-in-a-lifetime moment. For the Tigers and Rangers, it’s about momentum, rhythm, and sending a message as the season rolls on.

As Reese Olson looks to outduel the steady Nathan Eovaldi, and as Jace and Josh share one more day on the same field, fans will witness not just competition, but connection.

Sometimes, baseball really is about family.