The Angels and Rangers have been equals in futility this year but the Angels have looked better in September at 7-8 compared to 5-12. LA took an impressive 3 of 4 against Seattle, with some solid pitching in a couple of those starts. Left hander Sandoval is on the mound on Tuesday. He has been a very solid starter for some time and has an ERA of 1.69 in his last 7 starts. He has been giving up a few more hits, but just 5 runs in his last 3 starts. Sandoval has been better on the road this season. While they struggled last night, the Angels’ bullpen has had some solid outings lately.

The Rangers are 4-6 and their bats have cooled off after a good offensive run. Rookie left hander Ragans has just 6 starts to date, and just 2 since returning from a brief IL stint. He blanked Houston over just 3 innings in his first start back but then was shelled by Oakland, allowing 7 earned runs over 4 innings. Don’t expect any length from Ragans on Tuesday.

I am on the Angels in this game. Sandoval has impressed, and is due some run support. The Angels have been hitting better lately and have a real opportunity to run up the score against Ragans. Take the Angels to win outright.