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The Texas Rangers were 25-31, 4th in the AL West. Yesterday, the Texas Rangers were beaten by the Houston Astros 1-5 at Globe Life Field.

Rangers Daily Vibe Check
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a rough stretch

About as cold as the numbers can push it. Only 1 of the last 7 in the win column. Pair that with lost by 4 last night. Hard to shake that off immediately.

Rangers Game on May 29

Opponent:Kansas City Royals (22-34)
Location:Globe Life Field
First Pitch:08:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:MacKenzie Gore (3-4, 4.42 ERA) vs Stephen Kolek (3-0, 2.77 ERA)
TV Broadcast:CW33, Royals.TV
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 62°F, Wind 7 mph

Rangers Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Texas Rangers were beaten by the Houston Astros 1-5 at Globe Life Field.

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Highlights

Rangers Record & Standings

AL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Mariners
2829.491 W3
Athletics
2729.4820.5 L3
Astros
2632.4482.5 W2
Rangers
2531.4462.5 L2
Angels
2235.3866.0 W1

Texas Rangers are 1-6 in their last 7 games, with a -18 run differential.

Rangers Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
21
Jake Burger
10.230.69636
6
Josh Jung
6.307.83922
20
Ezequiel Duran
4.285.79426

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
67
Jacob Latz
1-12.160.6025.0
48
Jacob deGrom
3-43.771.0159.2
17
Nathan Eovaldi
5-63.931.1168.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
20
Ezequiel Duran
4 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
3
Joc Pederson
4 hits, 3 HR, 5 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games
6
Josh Jung
4 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
17
Nathan Eovaldi
7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
1
MacKenzie Gore
6.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
22
Jack Leiter
7.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Rangers News

The Texas Rangers' struggles continued as they fell to the Houston Astros 5-1, marking a disheartening week that has seen them lose five of their last seven games. Nathan Eovaldi couldn't find his footing, giving up two homers in the first inning, a stark reminder of how quickly fortunes can shift. With a record of 25-31, frustration is boiling over among fans, spilling onto local media as offensive production remains a major issue. Joc Pederson and Alejandro Osuna are trying to generate some spark, but the team needs more than just a few hot bats to break out of this slump. Meanwhile, the looming MLB salary floor could give ownership another excuse to cut costs, adding to the mounting concerns for a fanbase desperate for a turnaround.

Sources
25-31 – Rangers doomed from the start in 5-1 loss to Astros
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25-31 – Rangers doomed from the start in 5-1 loss to Astros
The Texas Rangers scored one run but the Houston Astros scored five runs. Just about the only thing that ultimately went well for the Rangers tonight was Yordan Alvarez didn’t hit what surely would have been his 47th homer in this series if my count is correct. Instead, both Jeremy Pena and Isaac Paredes went […]
Game 56 Game Day Thread – Houston Astros @ Texas Rangers
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Game 56 Game Day Thread – Houston Astros @ Texas Rangers
Houston Astros @ Texas Rangers Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:05 PM CDT (105.3 The Fan / Rangers Sports Network) The Shed RHP Spencer Arrighetti vs. RHP Nathan Eovaldi Today’s Lineups ASTROS RANGERS Jeremy Pena – SS Joc Pederson – DH Yordan Alvarez – DH Alejandro Osuna – LF Isaac Paredes – 1B Brandon Nimmo – […]
MLB's proposed salary floor could give Rangers' ownership another excuse to spend less
Nolanwritin
MLB's proposed salary floor could give Rangers' ownership another excuse to spend less
As a lockout in MLB looms this winter, MLB's recent proposal of salary cap and floor might give Rangers more freedom to cut payroll this offseason.
Rangers’ fans now placing their anger on local media as frustrations boil over
Nolanwritin
Rangers’ fans now placing their anger on local media as frustrations boil over
Rangers fanbase gets into it with local media members as offensive sputters continue and no relief in sight.
Evaluating what's gone wrong as Rangers pass one-third mark
MLB.com
Evaluating what's gone wrong as Rangers pass one-third mark
ARLINGTON -- It took four pitches on Thursday night for the Astros to take a lead over the Rangers. After 13 pitches, Nathan Eovaldi had given up a pair of homers and a walk to the top of the Astros’ order. That was all Houston needed to secure a victory.
Smith rejoins Rangers after bout with viral meningitis
MLB.com
Smith rejoins Rangers after bout with viral meningitis
ARLINGTON -- Hanging in Josh Smith's locker sat what looked to be a makeshift hospital gown with a “SMITH 8” on the back to appear like it was a jersey.

Rangers Upcoming Schedule

The Texas Rangers visit the St. Louis Cardinals for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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