Rangers ride five-game winning streak into Cardinals showdown

The Texas Rangers enter their series against the St. Louis Cardinals on the back of a five-game winning streak.

The Rangers sit second in the AL West with a 30‑31 record, while the Cardinals are third in the NL Central at 31‑28. Both clubs are looking for a pivotal victory as the regular season winds down.

The game provides the Rangers a chance to extend their momentum and the Cardinals an opportunity to climb the standings.