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Rangers Draw First Blood
The Texas Rangers got off to a flying start with Marcus Semien launching a solo homer to left center, putting us on the scoreboard right away!
Corey Seager followed with a walk, but we couldn't extend the lead as Josh Smith and Wyatt Langford both struck out, and Adolis García grounded into a fielder's choice.Astros Tie It Up
The Houston Astros quickly responded in the bottom of the first inning. Alex Bregman, Yordan Alvarez, and Yainer Diaz strung together singles, with Bregman scoring off Diaz's hit to tie the game. Luckily, our defense shut them down after that, avoiding further damage. Phew!
Scoreless Innings Battle
The next few innings were a pitching duel. We witnessed a lot of strikeouts and groundouts from both sides. Our boys couldn't manage to build on that initial run despite some close calls—props to the pitching staff!Big 6th Inning Missed Opportunity
In the 6th inning, we had a golden chance to take the lead. Corey Seager singled, and Josh Smith was hit by a pitch. Wyatt Langford moved Seager to third but was then out at second. Adolis García walked to load the bases, but Nathaniel Lowe grounded out to end the threat.Rally Spoiled in the 7th
Jonah Heim and pinch hitter Robbie Grossman managed to walk, putting runners on first and second. Unfortunately, Leody Taveras couldn't execute the bunt, and Marcus Semien and Josh Smith struck out. Ouch!
Nail-Biting Extras 
The game went into extra innings with both teams deadlocked at 1-1. Tension was high, but our spirits were unbroken!Clutch Lowe in the 10th
Finally, in the top of the 10th, Josh Smith advanced to third on a groundout, setting the stage for Nathaniel Lowe to shine. Lowe singled to left field, driving in Smith and giving us the pivotal run.
Jonah Heim flied out, but the damage was done.Yates Shuts the Door! 
In the bottom of the 10th, Kirby Yates came in to close it out. Our hearts skipped a beat when Yordan Alvarez got an intentional walk, but Yates struck out Yainer Diaz to clinch the game! Victory for the Texas Rangers, 2-1! Let's go, Rangers! 
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Such a gritty, grind-out win! Every Ranger fan's heart must be swelling with pride. What a game that was!
Scoreboard for Rangers @ Astros (July 13th, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 |