The Texas Rangers managed to score four runs, but their efforts were overshadowed by the Cincinnati Reds, who tallied eight runs. The Rangers’ struggles continued as they allowed early runs once again, with today’s starter Michael Lorenzen seeing the Reds take a 2-0 lead in the second inning.
Despite the Rangers’ offensive struggles, Josh Smith’s leadoff double in the fifth inning spared them from a potential no-hitter situation until a surprising ninth inning rally. Texas, with just one hit prior to the ninth, managed to score four runs, injecting some excitement into the game.
The Rangers have been treading water around the .500 mark lately, alternating wins and losses in their last seven games. Maintaining this streak will be crucial for them to win the series and stay above .500.
Highlighting the game was Davis Wendzel, who hit his first career home run, preventing Texas from being shut out for the third time this season.
Looking ahead, Texas’ Dane Dunning will face Cincinnati’s Andrew Abbott in the next game, scheduled for Sunday at The Shed with a 1:35 pm start time. The game will be broadcast on BS Southwest, and the Rangers will be hoping for a better start to secure an early lead.
