The Texas Rangers vs Houston Astros is the premier rivalry in AL West baseball and one of the most consistently competitive matchups in the American League. Two Texas teams fighting for the same division title, drawing from the same state’s fan base, with a postseason history that includes a memorable 2023 ALCS — the Rangers-Astros series is appointment viewing for Texas baseball fans. This page covers the full head-to-head history, 2026 matchup results, key players, and where to follow the series.
Rangers vs Astros 2026 – Season Series Results
The Rangers and Astros have played 5 games in the 2026 regular season through late May, with Houston holding a 3–2 advantage. The most recent series at Globe Life Field in Arlington produced some memorable individual performances, particularly from Yordan Alvarez. In a May 27, 2026 game that ended 4–3 Houston, Alvarez hit a tiebreaking 448-foot solo home run in the 8th inning off Tyler Alexander — his second home run in back-to-back days against Texas and his 5th homer in just 3 games. The two teams split a previous May series with Texas winning one game 10–7 in a high-scoring affair.
For real-time 2026 Rangers vs Astros results and upcoming dates, check the official MLB schedule at mlb.com/rangers/schedule or mlb.com/astros/schedule.
All-Time Head-to-Head Record – Rangers vs Astros
The Rangers and Astros have played over 300 games against each other across their careers as American League West division rivals. The all-time regular season record through the 2025 season stands at approximately 148–148 — as close to even as any division rivalry in baseball. Both teams have had extended runs of dominance over the other. The Rangers’ longest winning streak against the Astros was 12 consecutive victories spanning July 2013 to April 2014. The Astros’ longest streak was 8 games in 2018.
The teams met once in the postseason — the 2023 AL Championship Series — which Texas won in 7 games. That victory sent the Rangers to their first World Series since 2011, which they won over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The ALCS result gave the Rangers a meaningful postseason edge in the all-time record between the two Texas franchises.
Key Players in the Rangers-Astros Rivalry
Yordan Alvarez (Houston Astros)
Yordan Alvarez is the Astros’ most feared hitter and consistently the most dangerous bat in Rangers-Astros matchups. In late May 2026, Alvarez hit home runs in back-to-back days against Texas — including a 448-foot shot in game and a 449-foot homer in a previous game — going back-to-back against the Rangers in consecutive games for the first time in his career. Rangers pitchers routinely try to limit Alvarez’s damage through intentional walks and careful pitching sequences, which often opens up the rest of the Astros lineup. His presence in the 3-4-5 holes of the Houston order requires Texas pitchers to work around or through the most complete left-handed hitter in the AL.
Jacob deGrom (Texas Rangers)
Jacob deGrom anchors the Rangers’ rotation and represents their most significant pitching investment. In a late May 2026 start against Houston, deGrom threw 6 innings, allowed 4 hits and 2 earned runs with 6 strikeouts — a no-decision in a game Texas ultimately lost 4–3. DeGrom was pursuing his 100th career victory at this point in the season. When healthy, deGrom gives the Rangers a genuine ace capable of shutting down the Astros’ potent lineup.
Joc Pederson (Texas Rangers)
Joc Pederson has emerged as a key bat in the Rangers lineup in 2026. Against Houston in the late May series, Pederson hit two solo home runs in a single game — his 5th and 6th of the season — and finished with three hits while scoring three times. His power from the left side creates a matchup challenge for Houston’s pitching staff when combined with the Rangers’ other threats in the lineup.
Stadiums – Globe Life Field vs Minute Maid Park
Both the Rangers and Astros play in modern retractable-roof ballparks that give them weather-controlled home environments — a significant advantage in the brutal Texas summer heat. Globe Life Field opened in Arlington in 2020 with approximately 40,000 seats. Minute Maid Park opened in Houston in 2000, seats approximately 41,000, and features the famous Tal’s Hill slope (now removed) and the old-fashioned locomotive that rolls out of the left-field wall for home runs. Both parks generate significant home-field advantages that affect the dynamics of road series between the two teams.
How to Watch Rangers vs Astros Games in 2026
Rangers vs Astros games air regionally on Texas local broadcasts and nationally on ESPN, FOX, TBS, and Apple TV+ depending on the slot. The full broadcast schedule for all 19 season matchups is available at mlb.com/rangers/schedule. MLB.tv streaming is available for out-of-market viewers. For more Texas sports coverage, read our Texas Rangers 2026 standings and season overview.
Frequently Asked Questions – Texas Rangers vs Houston Astros
What is the all-time record between the Texas Rangers and Houston Astros?
The all-time record between the Rangers and Astros is nearly dead even. Through May 2026, the Rangers hold a slight overall edge of approximately 150–148. The Astros lead 3–2 in the 2026 regular season series as of late May.
Who won the 2023 ALCS between the Rangers and Astros?
The Texas Rangers defeated the Houston Astros in the 2023 AL Championship Series, winning in 7 games to advance to the World Series. The Rangers then defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks in 5 games to win their first World Series championship.
Who is the key rivalry player between the Rangers and Astros?
Yordan Alvarez of the Astros has been one of the most dominant performers in Rangers-Astros matchups in recent seasons. In late May 2026, Alvarez hit home runs in back-to-back days against Texas, including a tiebreaking 448-foot shot in the 8th inning of a 4–3 Astros win.
When do the Rangers and Astros play each other in 2026?
The Rangers and Astros play 19 games against each other in the 2026 regular season as AL West division rivals. Check the official MLB schedule at mlb.com for the complete schedule with dates, times, and broadcast information.
What stadiums do the Rangers and Astros play in?
The Texas Rangers play at Globe Life Field in Arlington (retractable roof, opened 2020). The Houston Astros play at Minute Maid Park in downtown Houston (retractable roof, opened 2000). Both are climate-controlled Texas ballparks.
