Leiter was touched for a two-run homer by Jung and left after six innings with five runs allowed, marking a tough-edged, high-profile matchup for both sides in a tight division race.

Leiter was shaky early, then settled before a rough seventh; his line reflects the fragility of a rookie, but his raw stuff and upside keep him in fantasy rotation considerations when matched up favorably.

Leiter, Rangers pitcher, was credited with a throwing error that aided Alvarez’s first-inning run. His performance is part of a larger series context where Texas holds a 6-4 edge in the season series.

Leiter fielded Carlos Correa’s tapper as the Rangers turned a heads-up play into an early-inning out while Álvarez’ injury loomed. His involvement in this Texas-Astros clash highlights his role in the Rangers’ bid to slow Houston’s lineup during a critical division stretch.

Leiter matches up with Alexander in a pivotal start, with fantasy and betting markets watching his growth against Houston’s lineup.