After a lackluster performance in his last outing, Los Angeles Angels’ Zachary Neto is set to step up to the plate against the formidable Texas Rangers and their starting pitcher Max Scherzer on Tuesday night. The game is scheduled for a 9:38 PM ET start and will be broadcast on BSSW.
Throughout this season, Neto has hit .240 with 19 doubles, 11 home runs, and 15 walks. Despite his recent 0-for-4 game, Neto’s seasonal achievements suggest he could bounce back.
Tonight’s game will also feature several betting opportunities centered around Neto’s performance. The odds are set for over 0.5 hits at -140, a sign that betting agencies foresee a favorable outcome for Neto getting on base.
Tonight’s betting lines for Neto also include over 0.5 home runs at +370, and over 0.5 RBI at +205, indicating a less frequent but possible significant contribution from the Angels’ player. Additionally, the odds for him to score over 0.5 runs are pegged at +155, with his total bases over 0.5 also at -140. Neto’s likelihood to steal a base, which rightly sits at a challenging +550, reflects the cautious approach given Scherzer’s pitching prowess.
Max Scherzer, taking the mound for the Rangers, holds a 1-2 record with a 2.70 ERA and 11 strikeouts over 16 2/3 innings this season. Despite being in the late stages of his illustrious career, Scherzer’s recent performances, including a solid 6 1/3 innings against the San Diego Padres where he surrendered three earned runs, show he remains a significant barrier for opposing hitters. Batters have struggled against him, managing a mere .186 average this season.
As for previous encounters, Neto’s record against Rangers’ pitchers has been mixed. His performance has varied from multi-hit games to instances where he’s been completely neutralized by Rangers’ arms, signifying tonight’s challenge against Scherzer could tilt either way.
Fans looking to catch this Angels vs. Rangers clash can tune into BSSW or stream the game via Fubo. As Neto gears up to redefine his impact following a disappointing show, all eyes will be on how he handles Scherzier’s seasoned pitch offerings, potentially making or breaking many fans’ and bettors’ expectations for the night.
