The public often underestimates the Texas Rangers in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as medium underdog (+3.5 to +7), the Texas Rangers hold a record of 109-20-1 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +61.3% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $80 over this period.

🔥 Elite Edge
Record109-20-1
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size130 games
ROI+61.3%
Units Won+79.1u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20147-2-00.0%+48.5%
201512-1-00.0%+76.2%
20168-1-00.0%+69.7%
20174-1-00.0%+52.7%
201812-5-00.0%+34.8%
20199-3-00.0%+43.2%
20208-2-00.0%+52.7%
202114-1-10.0%+78.2%
202213-2-00.0%+65.5%
20238-2-00.0%+52.7%
202414-0-00.0%+90.9%

Why This Trend Exists

The Rangers' exceptional performance as medium underdogs stems from their organizational philosophy of building resilient, veteran-heavy rosters that thrive when expectations are lowered. This franchise has consistently constructed teams with experienced players who understand how to navigate pressure situations, particularly when facing superior opponents on paper. The medium underdog range represents the sweet spot where Texas maintains competitive talent while benefiting from inflated odds due to opponent reputation or recent form disparities. Texas excels in these spots because their clubhouse culture emphasizes grinding out tough at-bats and capitalizing on opponent complacency. When laying 3.5 to 7 runs, opposing teams often approach Rangers games with less intensity, assuming an easier path to victory. The Rangers' patient offensive approach becomes particularly effective against pitchers who may be working with reduced focus, leading to extended pitch counts and bullpen exposure earlier than expected. The key actionable insight for bettors is recognizing when the Rangers are catching this line due to a perceived pitching mismatch rather than genuine talent disparity. Their veteran hitters consistently work deep counts and create scoring opportunities against overconfident opposition. This trend matters most during divisional play and when facing teams coming off dominant performances, as opponent overconfidence reaches its peak.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Texas Rangers's ATS record as medium underdog (+3.5 to +7)?

The Texas Rangers have an ATS record of 109-20-1 when playing as medium underdogs (+3.5 to +7 points) from 2014-2024. This represents an exceptional 84.6% ATS win rate over 130 games.

Is betting on the Texas Rangers as medium underdog (+3.5 to +7) profitable?

Yes, betting on the Texas Rangers as medium underdogs has been highly profitable with a 61.3% ROI from 2014-2024. This means a $100 bet on each game would have generated $61.30 in profit on average.

How does this compare to the league average?

This performance significantly outperforms the league average, as most teams hover around 50% ATS and break-even ROI. The Rangers' 84.6% ATS rate and 61.3% ROI in this spot represents an exceptional historical trend.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.