Jacob deGrom strikes out 10 in Rangers' win over Nationals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:09 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom delivered a strong performance against the Washington Nationals on August 20, striking out 10 batters over six innings and allowing only one hit. This game marked his improved record to 9-8 with a 3.77 ERA. deGrom's 10 strikeouts brought his career total to 2,008, making him the second-fastest player in MLB history to reach 2,000 strikeouts, behind Randy Johnson. deGrom is now part of an exclusive group, being the 95th pitcher overall and the ninth active pitcher to achieve this milestone.
- •deGrom allowed only one hit in six innings.
- •He raised his career strikeout total to 2,008.
- •deGrom is now the second-fastest to reach 2,000 K's.
- •Texas Rangers defeated Washington Nationals 2-0.
- •deGrom is a two-time Cy Young Award winner.
- 5:09 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers' Jacob deGrom Becomes Second-Fastest Member Of Exclusive Club
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