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Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers Wrap - Texas Wins 8-1

Texas grabbed a 8-1 win over Houston on Tuesday, as Jordan Lyles was credited with a win at Globe Life Field.

Bettors who backed the Rangers were rewarded as +180 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go PUSH the closing total of 9.

Jordan Lyles earned the victory for the Rangers, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 7, walking 1, and allowing 3 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from DJ Peters in the win.

Houston's starting pitcher Zack Greinke worked 5 innings, giving up 5 hits and 7 earned runs while striking out 4 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Jose Altuve in a losing cause.

Texas outhit their counterparts 7-6 in the game.