Rangers Aim for Sweep of Athletics After Winning First Two Games
Texas has climbed above .500 for the first time since mid-May following a five-win stretch.
Overview
- In Tuesday’s 6-2 victory, Corey Seager belted a three-run homer in the seventh inning to break open a close game.
- Jacob deGrom allowed one run over six innings, struck out nine and improved to 10-2 with his sixth consecutive win.
- The Rangers have won five of six contests to reach 52-50, bolstered by a 30-20 record at home and timely power hitting.
- Oakland has dropped three straight games to fall to 42-61, struggling with inconsistent pitching and offense.
- Wednesday’s series finale at Globe Life Field will see JP Sears oppose Patrick Corbin as Oakland tries to avoid a sweep.