Eovaldi outlasts Verlander as Rangers beay Giants 2-0
Nathan Eovaldi led the Texas Rangers to a 2-0 victory against the San Francisco Giants, supported by three relievers who combined for a four-hitter. Wyatt Langford contributed significantly with three hits and an RBI, aiding the Rangers in Bruce Bochy’s successful return to Oracle Park. Eovaldi, in his 300th major league game, outperformed Justin Verlander by allowing only three hits, striking out seven, and walking just one batter. Verlander, despite his historical success against the Rangers, allowed two runs and five hits over six innings, but generated 13 swing-and-misses from 89 pitches. Bochy was warmly welcomed back to San Francisco, having guided the Giants to three World Series championships during his tenure.
Nathan Eovaldi and three relievers combined for a four-hitter in the Texas Rangers' 2-0 win over the San Francisco Giants, marking a significant game in Eovaldi's career as it was his 300th major league appearance.
Wyatt Langford had a standout performance with three hits and an RBI, playing a crucial role in the Rangers' victory and in manager Bruce Bochy’s nostalgic return to Oracle Park.
Eovaldi showed remarkable control and skill, allowing only three hits and striking out seven batters, while issuing just one walk, a testament to his precision this season.
Justin Verlander, despite his impressive track record against the Rangers, struggled by allowing two runs and five hits in six innings, though he managed to induce 13 swing-and-misses.
Bruce Bochy, who led the Giants to three World Series titles, received a warm welcome back from the San Francisco crowd, spending time with fans and signing autographs before the game.
A pivotal moment occurred when Langford’s RBI-double was overturned to a ground-rule double, affecting the scoring but not the outcome due to the Rangers' overall strong performance.
The Rangers' bullpen, including Chris Martin, Robert Garcia, and Luke Jackson, effectively closed out the game, with Jackson securing his eighth save despite a near miss from Wilmer Flores in the ninth inning.