Houston vs Texas on 04/27 by Craig_Brown

The Astros and Rangers have split heading into the third of a four-game series tonight but Houston has the momentum after claiming a 5-1 win on Tuesday. Cristian Javier will take the hill for Houston after three appearances in which he has yet to allow a single run this season. The reliever-turned starter is getting stretched out, having registered only eight-plus innings thus far but he has been impressive despite the small sample size.
Trends entering this game:

1. Astros are 4-1 in their last 5 Wednesday games.
2. Astros are 14-6 in their last 20 games vs. a team with a winning percentage below .400.
3. Rangers are 1-6 in their last 7 when their opponent allows 2 runs or less in their previous game.
4. Rangers are 1-4 in their last 5 home games vs. a right-handed starter.
5. Rangers are 1-4 in their last 5 home games.