Rangers defeat Nationals 5-0 in Arlington behind Quantrill's strong outing

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Rangers defeat Nationals 5-0 in Arlington behind Quantrill's strong outing
Summary

The Texas Rangers secured a 5-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on August 18, 2026, at Globe Life Field. Justin Foscue hit a solo home run in the second inning, contributing to the Rangers' scoring. Following a run in the first, Texas added three more runs in the third, highlighted by Cody Freeman's bases-loaded infield single. Cal Quantrill delivered a dominant performance on the mound, pitching seven shutout innings with five strikeouts. The two teams will face off again on August 19, with Cade Cavalli starting for Washington.

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  • Texas scored five runs while Washington scored none.
  • Cal Quantrill pitched seven shutout innings, allowing four hits.
  • Justin Foscue hit his eighth home run of the season.
  • Cody Freeman recorded the first bases-loaded RBI hit in franchise history.
  • The Rangers and Nationals will meet again on August 19.
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  • 2:44 AMYahoo Sports62-64 – Rangers find tools to victory in The Shed, top Nats 5-0
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