Joc Pederson's homer leads Rangers past Orioles in opener

The Texas Rangers defeated the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 in Arlington on August 7, 2026. Joc Pederson's two-run homer in the sixth inning provided the winning margin, overcoming a 1-0 deficit established by the Orioles on a run driven in by Coby Mayo. Nathan Eovaldi pitched effectively for the Rangers, giving way to the bullpen after six innings. The win marked the Rangers' return to a.500 record. The teams will continue their series with Jacob deGrom starting for Texas against Baltimore's Kyle Bradish on August 8.

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