ARLINGTON, Texas (July 2, 2025) — The Texas Rangers (42-44) and Baltimore Orioles (37-48) face off Wednesday night at Globe Life Field with the three-game series hanging in the balance. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. CDT, as veteran right-handers Nathan Eovaldi and Tomoyuki Sugano square off on the mound.
Pitching Matchup:
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Rangers: RHP Nathan Eovaldi (4-3, 1.87 ERA, 0.87 WHIP, 75 K)
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Orioles: RHP Tomoyuki Sugano (6-4, 4.06 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 52 K)
Eovaldi has been a force on the hill this season, entering Wednesday with the lowest WHIP in the American League and a sub-2.00 ERA. The veteran’s pinpoint command and late-inning stamina have anchored Texas’ rotation during a pivotal stretch. Opposite him, Sugano brings an effective arsenal of off-speed pitches and a track record of limiting damage, though he’s been inconsistent at times in his first MLB campaign.
Team Trends:
Texas holds a 25-19 record at home and leads the American League with a collective 3.27 team ERA, thanks largely to a revitalized bullpen and strong starting pitching. Despite a recent .215 team batting average over the last 10 games, the Rangers remain competitive, going 5-5 over that stretch.
Baltimore, meanwhile, is looking to salvage the series on the road, where they are just 18-26 this season. The Orioles’ pitching staff has struggled, allowing a 5.70 ERA over their last 10 outings, contributing to a 4-6 record in that span. However, their offense has shown flashes, particularly when they out-hit opponents, boasting a 25-8 record in such contests.
Players to Watch:
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Josh Smith (TEX): Batting .280 on the season with 12 doubles and seven home runs. Smith continues to be a reliable presence at the top of the order.
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Marcus Semien (TEX): Heating up again, with 12 hits, a homer, and six RBIs in his last 10 games.
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Gunnar Henderson (BAL): One of Baltimore’s most dynamic bats, hitting .277 with 15 doubles, three triples, and 10 home runs.
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Gary Sánchez (BAL): Providing power in the middle of the lineup, going 12-for-37 with three home runs over the last 10 games.
Series Outlook:
This marks the sixth meeting between the teams this season, with Texas holding a 3-2 edge in the season series. With both clubs looking to build momentum heading into the holiday weekend, Wednesday’s finale could prove pivotal — especially with Eovaldi on the bump in front of a home crowd.
