Texas Rangers Lineup vs. Athletics: August 31, 2026

The Texas Rangers return home for a seven-game homestand, opening the stretch against the Athletics on August 31, 2026. Jacob deGrom will start on the mound for Texas, while Gage Jump is scheduled to pitch for Oakland.

With the Athletics sending a left-handed pitcher to the mound, the Rangers have loaded their lineup with right-handed hitters. Ezequiel Duran is set to bat leadoff for the first time in his career. The start also gives Duran an appearance in every spot in the batting order.

Rangers vs. Athletics game details

First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Central time. The Rangers are listed as -214 favorites.