The Texas Rangers will face the Cincinnati Reds in their first home game of the season.
Excited Texas Rangers fans are expected at Globe Life Field for the team’s first home game. The first pitch is scheduled for 3:05 p.m.
Rangers Return to Texas After Road Wins
Texas had a strong start on the road with a 4-2 record on the season so far. Their six-game road trip included games in Philadelphia and Baltimore.
Friday’s home opener starts at 3:05 p.m.
Gore to Pitch as Roof Stays Closed
Mackenzie Gore will take the mound for Texas.
Gore, who was traded to the Rangers in January, made a strong debut against the Phillies, earning a win with 7 strikeouts and a 3.38 earned run average over 5 innings.
Officials at Globe Life Field confirmed on social media that the roof will remain closed for the game. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast for Dallas-Fort Worth on Friday afternoon.
Opening Day Entertainment and New Food
Stars goalie and Olympic gold medalist Jake Oettinger will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
Neal McCoy will be signing the national anthem.
The Rangers will have new food and drink items for fans to enjoy this season at Globe Life Field.
- The 9th Inning Rally Sombrero, a giant nine-layer dip served in a fried tortilla shell.
- The Pig Kahuna, a pork sandwich topped with pineapple and peanut butter sauce.
- The Texas Ribeye Sandwich features grilled Nolan Ryan Beef ribeye steak topped with chimichurri, sliced tomato, and fresh arugula on a soft roll, served with French fries.
Other players in the starting lineup include Brandon Nimmo, Wyatt Langford, Corey Seager, Jake Burger, Joc Pederson, Josh Smith, Josh Jung, Evan Carter, and Danny Jansen.
Severe storms and a significant flood threat are moving into North Texas this weekend.