Rangers and Braves in close battle as game continues

The Texas Rangers are facing the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on July 18, 2026. Texas opened the scoring with a run in the first, but Atlanta surged ahead to lead 4-1 after two innings. The Rangers rallied in the sixth, tying the contest at 5-5 after a two-run homer from Evan Carter. Texas scored twice more to lead 7-5. Atlanta responded with a run, making it 7-6. The game remains tight as the Rangers head into the eighth inning with key pitchers ready to secure the lead.

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