The Mariners and Rangers will send their aces to the mound in the series opener in Texas.
Logan Gilbert and Nathan Eovaldi are having similar seasons. Both appear to be having career years, with career best walk rates, strikeout rates, and FIPs. Both have also struggled with arm health and spent time on the injured list. Gilbert will make his third start since returning from the IL, while Eovaldi was activated this afternoon and will make first start since May 27. Gilbert has dominated the Rangers for his career, with a 2.54 ERA in 14 starts; the Mariners have historically hit Eovaldi well, with a .