It’s the Texas Rangers versus the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on July 17, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:15 PM ET
- Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
- TV Channels: Rangers Sports Network, BravesVision
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch Texas Rangers vs. Atlanta Braves on July 17, 2026
You can watch the Atlanta Braves take on the Texas Rangers live on DIRECTV on Rangers Sports Network and BravesVision on July 17, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET.
Texas Rangers (49-47) at Atlanta Braves (55-40) — Game Preview
The Texas Rangers head to Truist Park with a 49-47 record to face the Atlanta Braves, who sit at 55-40 on the season. Atlanta’s staff has turned in a 3.60 team ERA this year while Texas sits at 4.13, and the Braves have also out-homered the Rangers 121 to 109 as a club. Jake Burger has powered the Rangers’ lineup with 16 home runs and 58 RBIs at first base, while Josh Jung has turned into the more disciplined bat alongside him, hitting .298 with a .367 on-base percentage at third.
Atlanta counters with Matt Olson, whose 25 home runs and 58 RBIs outpace Burger’s 16, and Michael Harris II, who brings a .296 average and .488 slugging percentage from center field. Wyatt Langford has quietly built a .494 slugging percentage in the Texas outfield, while Ozzie Albies has chipped in 14 home runs and 51 RBIs for Atlanta. Texas currently leads the American League West while Atlanta paces the National League East, putting both clubs atop their respective divisions this deep into July.
Regional Coverage
Rangers Sports Network, BravesVision
League Packages
What Time is the Texas Rangers vs. Atlanta Braves Game Today?
The Texas Rangers vs. Atlanta Braves game starts at 7:15 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Texas Rangers vs. Atlanta Braves?
You can watch Texas Rangers vs. Atlanta Braves on your local regional sports network, Rangers Sports Network and BravesVision, and MLB Extra Innings®.
Texas Rangers Channel on DIRECTV
Rangers Sports Network (Channel 677)
Atlanta Braves Channel on DIRECTV
BravesVision (Channel 645)
Players to Watch: Texas Rangers vs. Atlanta Braves
Texas Rangers
Josh Jung — 3B. Jung anchors the Rangers’ infield at third base, hitting .298 with a .367 on-base percentage this season. His .452 slugging percentage shows he brings more than contact to the lineup, driving the ball with real authority.
Jake Burger — 1B. At first base, Burger has been Texas’ primary source of thump, socking 16 home runs and driving in 58 runs. His .240 average undersells how often he’s put the ball into the seats this year.
Wyatt Langford — LF. Langford has quietly built one of the more balanced lines in the Rangers’ outfield, hitting .275 with a .494 slugging percentage. His 9 home runs and 22 RBIs make him a threat every time he steps into the box.
Atlanta Braves
Michael Harris II — CF. Center field belongs to Harris, who is hitting .296 with a .488 slugging percentage, the best average among Atlanta hitters in this matchup.
Matt Olson — 1B. Olson has been Atlanta’s primary power source at first base, hitting .267 with 25 home runs and driving in 58 runs.
Ozzie Albies — 2B. At second base, Albies has contributed 14 home runs and 51 RBIs while hitting .267 on the season. His .439 slugging percentage rounds out a Braves lineup built around contact and situational power.
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