Texas Rangers News & Updates
The Texas Rangers were 49-47, 1st in the AL West. Yesterday, the Texas Rangers eked out a win over the Houston Astros 6-5 at Globe Life Field.
The numbers paint a decent picture. Just took over first place in the division. Working against that, 6.4 RA/G this stretch. The arms aren't holding up.
Rangers Game on July 13
No game on this date.
Rangers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Texas Rangers eked out a win over the Houston Astros 6-5 at Globe Life Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 1 |
 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 0 |
Highlights
- Joc Pederson went 1-3 with 2 RBI.
- Kyle Higashioka went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Brandon Nimmo went 3-5 with 2 RBI.
Rangers Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rangers
|
|
49 | 47 | .510 | W1 | |
|
Mariners
|
|
48 | 49 | .495 | 1.5 | W1 |
|
Astros
|
|
47 | 51 | .480 | 3.0 | L1 |
|
Athletics
|
|
41 | 55 | .427 | 8.0 | L9 |
|
Angels
|
|
38 | 59 | .392 | 11.5 | L2 |
Texas Rangers are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a -10 run differential.
Rangers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | .240 | .727 | 58 | |
| 10 | .270 | .760 | 50 | |
| 15 | .235 | .796 | 34 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 1.61 | 0.67 | 44.2 | |
| 1-1 | 2.21 | 1.28 | 40.2 | |
| 7-5 | 3.49 | 1.01 | 100.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 3 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games | |
| 2.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Rangers News
The Texas Rangers wrapped up the first half of the season in style, clinging to a 49-47 record after a thrilling walk-off win over the Houston Astros, showcasing their resilience despite a turbulent few weeks. With MacKenzie Gore stepping up when the rotation needed him most, he kept the Rangers in contention, and his efforts paved the way for Brandon Nimmo's clutch hit. However, the victory came at a cost, as Chris Martin was placed on the IL, creating space for rookie Emiliano Teodo to make his MLB debut. This infusion of young talent in the bullpen could provide much-needed energy and depth as the Rangers look to solidify their position atop the division. With five rookies now in the mix, the stakes are high as Texas prepares to face Houston once again.
Rangers Upcoming Schedule
The Texas Rangers visit the Atlanta Braves for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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