Martin Perez (1-2, 3.51 ERA) and the Texas Rangers (20-15) go up against R.A. Dickey (1-4, 5.17 ERA) and the Toronto Blue Jays (18-18) in the first of a three-game series at Globe Life Park in Arlington. The game starts at 8:05 p.m. ET on Friday, May. 13 and will air on FSSW and RSN.
In his most recent outing, Perez pitched 6.0 innings, giving up two runs, striking out seven and walking five in an 8-3 victory over the Tigers. Nomar Mazara (.314, 16 Rs, 4 HRs, 12 RBIs) continued his strong season Wednesday, going 2 for 2 with one run and one RBI. The Blue Jays were unsuccessful the last time Dickey pitched. He had a good outing, pitching 7.0 innings, allowing four runs (two unearned), striking out three and walking one in a 6-2 loss to the Dodgers. Josh Donaldson (.285, 33 Rs, 9 HRs, 21 RBIs, 3 SBs) has been hitting the ball well for the Blue Jays, going 4 for 6 Wednesday with two runs and one stolen base.
Notes
Texas recorded at least two errors for the third time this season.
The Rangers are coming into this game after allowing one walk during their last outing. The Blue Jays have a 2-4 record when opponents give up one walk or less.
When they are outhit, the Blue Jays are 4-13. The Rangers have a 6-12 record when opponents outhit them.
Ranking 16th in home runs, Texas has hit 35 this season. Toronto ranks 10th with 40 home runs.
Ranking 21st, Texas is near the bottom of the league in walks, notching 95 this season. Toronto ranks in the top five with 133.
When the Rangers hit at least one home run, they are 14-10. When the Blue Jays hit at least one homer, they have a 15-10 record.
