Overview

• Tyler Mahle pitched five shutout innings, allowing just one hit, to secure his first victory since April 2023 after recovering from Tommy John surgery.
• The Texas Rangers' pitching staff extended their scoreless streak to 25 innings before the Rays scored two runs in the seventh on wild pitches.
• A four-run third inning, highlighted by Kyle Higashioka’s RBI double, gave the Rangers an early and decisive lead in the game.
• Josh Smith contributed significantly with two hits, including a solo home run in the seventh inning to push the Rangers' lead to 5-2.
• Rays pitcher Zack Littell struggled, allowing five runs over seven innings, while the team failed to capitalize offensively, going 0-for-2 with runners in scoring position.