Rangers Lineup Stacks Lefties Against Mariners' Gilbert

Texas aims to replicate last week's sweep of Seattle with a similar batting order.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:51pm

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For the second time in two weeks, the Texas Rangers and the Seattle Mariners will play a three-game series with significant implications on the AL West race. The Rangers swept the Mariners in their previous meeting last week, and they'll be using a similar left-handed heavy lineup against Seattle starter Logan Gilbert.

Why it matters

The Rangers have struggled to generate runs at home this season, but they've been much more productive on the road, scoring nearly six runs per game. Stacking lefties against Gilbert, who has had success against right-handed hitters, could give the Rangers' offense an advantage as they look to secure a winning road trip.

The details

The Rangers' lineup features four left-handed hitters in the top six spots, including Corey Seager batting second and Joc Pederson sixth. This is the same lineup the Rangers used when they faced Gilbert last week in Arlington, though the order has been adjusted to try and string more baserunners together. The Rangers are looking to continue their recent success against the Mariners, whom they've struggled against in recent years, winning just 10 of their last 33 meetings.

  • The Rangers and Mariners previously met last week in Arlington, with Texas sweeping the series.
  • The Rangers beat the Athletics 9-6 on Thursday, their fourth game with six or more runs scored on the road this season.

The players

Brandon Nimmo

The Rangers' right fielder and leadoff hitter, batting left-handed.

Corey Seager

The Rangers' shortstop, batting left-handed and hitting second in the order.

Wyatt Langford

The Rangers' left fielder, batting third in the order.

Logan Gilbert

The Mariners' starting pitcher, who the Rangers will face for the second time in two weeks.

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What’s next

The Rangers need two wins in the series to finish their road trip with a .500 record. A series win against the Mariners would also help Texas maintain their position in the tight AL West race.

The takeaway

The Rangers' left-handed heavy lineup against Mariners starter Logan Gilbert could give their offense an advantage as they look to replicate last week's sweep and continue their recent success on the road.