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Texas Rangers vs New York Yankees August 6th 2025
The New York Yankees will visit the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. The Yankees have a record of 60-54 and are ranked third in the AL East. They have lost their last five games and are 4-6 in their last ten.
The Rangers also have a record of 60-55, sitting third in the AL West. They have won their last two games and are 5-5 in their last ten. The game will start at 2:35 PM on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, and will be shown on RSN.
Yankees vs Rangers Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: New York Yankees vs. Texas Rangers
- Venue: Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX
- Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
- Betting Odds: Yankees Moneyline -135, Rangers Moneyline +115, Yankees Runline -1.5 (+125), Rangers Runline +1.5 (-148), Total Over 8.0 (-118), Total Under 8.0 (-102)
The Yankees Can Win If…
The New York Yankees are coming off a tough 2-0 loss against the Texas Rangers. Despite the defeat, starting pitcher Will Warren delivered a solid performance with five innings pitched, allowing only three hits and no runs. Anthony Volpe and Ryan McMahon were the only Yankees to record hits in the game, with Volpe hitting a double.
One reason the Yankees can win is their powerful lineup. They lead the league in slugging percentage at .448 and home runs with 181. Aaron Judge, with a .339 batting average and 37 home runs, is a key player to watch.
The Yankees’ pitching is also strong, with Carlos Rodón starting. He has an ERA of 3.34 and a WHIP of 1.06. The Yankees’ pitchers have kept opponents to a .230 batting average, ranking fourth in the league.
The Rangers Can Win If…
The Texas Rangers are coming off a strong 2-0 win against the New York Yankees. Nathan Eovaldi pitched eight innings, allowing only one hit and striking out six batters. Joc Pederson and Adolis García were key hitters, each getting two hits to help secure the victory.
The Rangers’ pitching staff has been a key strength this season. They lead the league with a 3.27 ERA and have the lowest batting average against at .225. Their ability to limit home runs, ranking third in HR given up, is another factor that could lead them to a win.
In the upcoming game, Jack Leiter will be on the mound for the Rangers. He has a 4.10 ERA and will look to improve his record of 7-6. With hitters like Corey Seager and Adolis García in the lineup, the Rangers have the potential to put runs on the board and back up their pitching efforts.
The Lean
The Yankees have a moneyline of -135, while the Rangers are at +115. The Yankees have strong hitting stats, leading in slugging percentage and home runs. Their pitching is also solid with a .230 batting average against. The model projects a Yankees win with a score of 5-3. Taking the Yankees on the moneyline is recommended.
The total for the game is set at 8.0. The Yankees’ offense is strong, but the Rangers’ pitching has the best ERA and batting average against. The model projects a total of 8 runs. Given the pitching strengths, the under 8.0 at -102 is a good pick.
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Judge Returns, But Slumping Yankees Turn to Struggling Carlos Rodon to Avoid Sweep
The captain is back, but the crisis continues. The New York Yankees welcomed their superstar slugger, Aaron Judge, back to the lineup on Tuesday, but his presence was not enough to stop their slide. Mired in a season-high five-game losing streak, the slumping New York Yankees will look to their struggling left-hander, Carlos Rodon, to be the stopper and help them avoid a three-game series sweep against the host Texas Rangers on Wednesday afternoon. For a team with championship aspirations, this is a moment of truth.
The Captain Returns to a Team in a Funk
The return of Aaron Judge from the 10-day injured list was supposed to be a massive jolt of energy for a Yankees team that has been in a free-fall. While his leadership and presence in the clubhouse are invaluable, his first game back was a reminder that one player cannot solve all the team’s problems. Judge went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in Tuesday’s 2-0 loss, a game where the Yankees’ offense once again looked lifeless.
“It’s Aaron Judge — we know what he means to our lineup, to the guys in the room,” manager Aaron Boone said, happy to have his slugger back. “So to get him back, we’re certainly excited about that.”
The Yankees are hoping Judge can quickly shake off the rust and provide the spark they desperately need. They have lost five straight and are in the middle of their worst stretch of the season, a period defined by a lack of clutch hitting and uncharacteristic mistakes.
A statistical comparison shows two teams that, while having different overall records, are trending in similar directions over the past ten games.
| Team | Record (2025) | Division Standing | Recent Form (Last 10) |
| New York Yankees | 68-52 | 2nd in AL East | 4-6 |
| Texas Rangers | 61-57 | 3rd in AL West | 5-5 |
The Rodon Conundrum: A Crisis of Command
The difficult task of stopping the losing streak falls to Carlos Rodon (11-7, 3.34 ERA), who is in the midst of a deep slump of his own. After a brilliant stretch where he won seven straight decisions, Rodon has struggled mightily, posting a 5.34 ERA over his last six starts. His most recent outing was a disaster; after being staked to a 6-0 lead against the Marlins, he was unable to get out of the fifth inning, walking five batters and throwing 107 pitches to get just 13 outs.
“It kind of starts with me not getting through the fifth,” a brutally honest Rodon said. “I had a good little run going, and then I got real inconsistent, spraying balls. Just not good enough. Five walks, 107 pitches to get 13 outs is pretty unacceptable.”
His crisis of command is a major concern for the Yankees. How a pitcher with ace-level “stuff” can suddenly lose the strike zone is a fascinating topic, one often explored in our expert betting guide.
The Pitching Matchup: A Deeper Look
Wednesday’s game features a duel between two talented but inconsistent pitchers. While Rodon is trying to find his command, the Rangers will counter with their own young rookie, Jack Leiter, who is also trying to find consistency. You can find the full box score of their most recent games on our MLB game results page.
| Pitcher | W-L (2025) | ERA (2025) | K/BB Ratio |
| Carlos Rodon (NYY) | 11-7 | 3.34 | 2.85 |
| Jack Leiter (TEX) | 7-6 | 4.10 | 2.50 |
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