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deGrom, Carter power Rangers to series-clinching win Thursday

PUBLISHED Apr 23, 2026, 11:29 PM ET

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Arlington, Texas. The Texas Rangers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1 Thursday at Globe Life Field, with Jacob deGrom striking out 10 over 5 2/3 innings and Evan Carter hitting an inside-the-park, two-run home run; Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler allowed six earned runs in four innings, surrendering two home runs in the series finale on April 23, 2026. Pittsburgh dropped to 14-11 following the loss, marking one of the Pirates’ three series defeats this season; Chandler’s ERA rose to 4.88 after his worst outing, while deGrom recorded his 62nd career 10-strikeout game and improved to 2-0 for the season, and Corey Seager added a three-run homer in the fourth inning.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Aug. 22, 2025: Bubba Chandler makes his major league debut.
Sept. 2025: Chandler makes four starts, beginning first full-season workload.
March 26–29, 2026: Pirates lose series at Citi Field versus Mets (one of three series losses noted).
April 17, 2026: Chandler posts a strong start, six innings, one earned run versus Tampa Bay.
April 23, 2026: Rangers beat Pirates 6-1; deGrom strikes out 10, Chandler allows six earned runs.

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If you're a Rangers fan, this win is a testament to the team's strength this season. deGrom's 62nd career 10-strikeout game is a milestone worth celebrating. If you're a Pirates fan, it's a time to rally behind rookie Chandler as he navigates his first full season.

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Who Benefited

The Texas Rangers benefited: Jacob deGrom posted 10 strikeouts and Evan Carter’s inside-the-park two-run homer helped secure a 6-1 victory, while the Rangers’ pitching limited Pittsburgh to a single run in the April 23, 2026 series finale at Globe Life Field.

Who Impacted

The Pittsburgh Pirates suffered as rookie starter Bubba Chandler allowed six earned runs over four innings, raising his season ERA and contributing to a series loss that dropped the team to 14-11 on April 23, 2026.

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