Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Texas Rangers Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks and Betting Preview

Arizona versus the Rangers with Brandon Pfaadt on the mound for the Snakes, while Texas counters with Andrew Heaney. The Diamondbacks took an L yesterday with Zac Gallen on the mound and look to bounce back and continue their surprising start. The Rangers are priced at -124, and we’ve got a total of 8.5.

When it comes to handicapping, things can get a little tricky when you’ve got a veteran pitcher facing a rookie making his big-league debut. But here’s the scoop on this Arizona newbie: he’s ranked #51 in the top 100 MLB prospects. This 6’4″, 220-pound kid has been smashing records in the minors, striking out 218 batters in 2022 – the most in minor league baseball in 21 years!

Now that he’s been called up from AAA, the big question is: how will the Rangers’ pro hitters handle him the third time through the order? Will they figure him out after a couple of chances to see his stuff? Well, in situations like this, with hyped-up rookies making their debuts, I’d recommend looking at the first five innings and backing the under.