Deborah Walker
Oct 16, 2023 - 09:10

Rangers vs. Astros: Channel, Time, TV Schedule for 2023 ALCS Game 2

The Rangers steal Game 1 of the ALCS against the Astros, putting Houston in a tough position for Game 2.

The Houston Astros had an incredible run in the previous season, only losing one game at Minute Maid Park. However, the Texas Rangers are determined to prove that Houston can be defeated. In Game 1 of the 2023 ALCS, the Rangers managed to steal a victory on the road, shutting out the powerful Astros lineup. Jordan Montgomery delivered an impressive start for the Rangers, while Justin Verlander's solid performance for the Astros went in vain. Now, the Rangers' offense is looking for more success against Framber Valdez in Game 2.

Although it's hard to label Game 2 as a must-win for the Astros considering their success on the road in recent postseasons, falling behind 2-0 would certainly make winning the series a challenging task for the reigning champions. Therefore, the Astros need a stellar performance from Valdez, especially after his struggles in the lone loss to the Twins in the ALDS.

Moreover, the Astros also need more production from their lineup, which had a quiet start to the series. The Rangers, on the other hand, have the advantage in terms of pitching with Nathan Eovaldi, who typically performs well in October. This puts the Rangers in a favorable position after claiming Game 1.

For those looking to watch Game 2 of the ALCS between the Rangers and Astros, it will be broadcast on Fox. The entire series will be covered by the Fox family of networks. Viewers with a cable subscription can stream the games on the Fox Sports app. Additionally, Fubo offers a free trial and will also carry the Fox broadcasts of the game. Canadian baseball fans can watch the game on Sportsnet or stream it using Sportsnet NOW.

Game 2 of the ALCS will take place at 4:37 p.m. ET on Monday at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas. The series will then move to Arlington, Texas for Games 3, 4, and 5 if necessary. The Astros must come out strong in Game 2 to avoid falling into a difficult position against a determined Rangers team.