Texas Rangers News & Updates
The Texas Rangers were 9-7, 1st in the AL West. Yesterday, the Texas Rangers blew out the Athletics 8-1 at Sutter Health Park.
Everything is pointing up. Coming off a win by 7. That energy is baked into the score. On top of that, the 5-2 stretch tells you most of what you need to know.
Rangers Game on April 14
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Sutter Health Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | MacKenzie Gore (2-0, 2.76 ERA) vs Jeffrey Springs (2-0, 1.47 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSCA, Rangers Sports Network |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 72°F, Wind 4 mph |
Rangers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Texas Rangers blew out the Athletics 8-1 at Sutter Health Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 11 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jake Burger went 2-4 with 2 HR and 4 RBI.
- Joc Pederson went 3-5.
- Josh Jung went 1-4 with 2 RBI.
- Josh Smith went 1-4 with 2 RBI.
Rangers Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rangers
|
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9 | 7 | .562 | W2 | |
|
Athletics
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|
8 | 8 | .500 | 1.0 | L1 |
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Angels
|
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8 | 9 | .471 | 1.5 | L1 |
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Mariners
|
|
8 | 9 | .471 | 1.5 | W4 |
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Astros
|
|
6 | 11 | .353 | 3.5 | L8 |
Texas Rangers are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.
Rangers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | .338 | .957 | 9 | |
| 4 | .246 | .771 | 11 | |
| 4 | .207 | .745 | 10 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .357 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .231 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Rangers News
The Texas Rangers dominated the Oakland Athletics in an 8-1 rout, showcasing Nathan Eovaldi's return to form after a shaky start to the season. Eovaldi silenced critics by striking out 7 batters and allowing just 1 run over 6 innings, effectively putting to rest any worries about his early struggles. Meanwhile, the offense came alive with Brandon Nimmo leading the charge, maintaining his hot streak with timely hitting that propelled the Rangers to the top of the AL West at 9-7. The team is on a roll, having outscored their opponents significantly, and with the momentum building, they look ready to continue this fiery stretch as they face the A's again. This win not only solidifies their position in the division but also sets the tone for a promising season ahead.
Rangers Upcoming Schedule
The Texas Rangers visit the Seattle Mariners for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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