Eovaldi, Burger power Rangers to 8-1 victory Monday
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WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. Nathan Eovaldi allowed three hits in seven scoreless innings and Jake Burger hit two home runs as the Texas Rangers defeated the Oakland Athletics 8-1 Monday night in the opener of a four-game series. Eovaldi threw 84 pitches, striking out seven; Burger drove in four runs and recorded a multi-homer game.
The Rangers’ victory ended the Athletics’ five-game winning streak and gave Texas momentum heading into Tuesday’s matchup; Luis Curvelo closed with two innings allowing one run while Luis Severino took the loss after six innings and four runs. The teams are scheduled to continue the series Tuesday, with managers assessing pitching and lineup adjustments.
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Timeline
- 1. Monday night: Rangers defeat Athletics 8-1 in series opener in West Sacramento.
- 2. Early: Evan Carter and Corey Seager draw one-out walks; Burger hits first homer.
- 3. Third inning: Burger hits opposite-field homer, stretching lead to 4-0.
- 4. Fifth and eighth: Lawrence Butler robs a Seager homer and later homers himself.
- 5. Eighth inning: Josh Smith and Josh Jung add runs; Curvelo closes, finalizing 8-1 result.
Why it matters
If you're a Rangers fan, this victory is a morale booster. It ends the Athletics' winning streak and gives Texas momentum. For those who play fantasy baseball, Burger's performance is a reminder to keep an eye on rising stars.
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