Texas Rangers News & Updates
The Texas Rangers were 16-18, 3rd in the AL West. The Texas Rangers did not play yesterday.
The score reflects some real issues. Winning just 2 of 7 this week pulls the temperature down. Also weighing on the score: only 2.1 R/G over the last 7. The offense is a drag on the score.
Rangers Game on May 05
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Yankee Stadium |
| First Pitch: | 07:05 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Jacob deGrom (2-1, 2.01 ERA) vs Elmer Rodríguez (0-1, 4.50 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | YES, Rangers Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 63°F, Wind 4 mph |
Rangers Score & Recap
The Texas Rangers did not play yesterday.
Rangers Record & Standings
AL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Athletics
|
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18 | 16 | .529 | W1 | |
|
Mariners
|
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17 | 19 | .472 | 2.0 | W1 |
|
Rangers
|
|
16 | 18 | .471 | 2.0 | L2 |
|
Astros
|
|
14 | 22 | .389 | 5.0 | L1 |
|
Angels
|
|
13 | 23 | .361 | 6.0 | L2 |
Texas Rangers are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -10 run differential.
Rangers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | .325 | .916 | 19 | |
| 6 | .213 | .725 | 17 | |
| 4 | .300 | .836 | 12 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 2.01 | 0.96 | 31.1 | |
| 2-2 | 4.67 | 1.36 | 34.2 | |
| 3-4 | 4.76 | 1.34 | 39.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, .444 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 SV, 4.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games | |
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 5.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Rangers News
The Texas Rangers continue to spiral, now sitting at 16-18 after a brutal 1-7 loss to the Tigers, a game that highlighted their ongoing offensive struggles. With a meager 2.1 runs per game over the last week, the bats are freezing cold, leaving Josh Jung's impressive .325 batting average as one of the few bright spots. Meanwhile, Evan Carter’s difficulties at the plate raise concerns about his future, as patience wanes among fans and management alike. Although the bullpen is experiencing relative success, ranked among the league's best, this won't mask the fundamental issues plaguing the starting lineup and defense. The question looms: how long can the Rangers endure this unproductive stretch before making necessary changes to ignite their season?
Rangers Upcoming Schedule
The Texas Rangers host the Chicago Cubs for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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