Astros hand Rangers 11-2 loss, take season series lead
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 4:20 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
The Texas Rangers lost 11-2 to the Houston Astros on July 31, 2026, falling out of first place in the AL West. The Astros claimed the season series after winning seven of the first 11 matchups. Yordan Alvarez was instrumental for Houston, contributing significantly to their win by reaching base four times in five plate appearances. Rangers’ Corey Seager returned to the lineup after an extended absence and recorded two hits, but his performance was not enough to turn the game in Texas's favor. With the trade deadline approaching, the Rangers face critical decisions on their roster as the season enters a pivotal stretch.
- •Astros win 11-2, taking a full game lead over the Rangers
- •Houston claims season series after seven wins in 11 games
- •Yordan Alvarez reaches base four times, driving in key runs
- •Corey Seager returns with two hits, but Rangers struggle overall
- •Trade deadline looms as Rangers face crucial decisions ahead
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers faceplant in opener vs. Astros, fall out of first place as season hangs in balance
"With the trade deadline looming, the Rangers are at a crossroads after falling out of first place and dropping the season series to the Astros.
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