Going into the season, this series was circled on the calendar as a potential reunion with former World Series MVP Cole Hamels. Turns out, the Phils will miss the left-hander, but not because of a missed turn in the rotation. The four-time all-star was placed on the disabled list back on May 3 with an oblique strain. He’s expected to miss eight weeks. Bummer.
What to expect
The Rangers come into the series fourth in the majors in home runs (53). The Phillies come into the series second in home runs allowed (57).