Rangers drop game to Mets 7-2 as offense struggles again

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Rangers drop game to Mets 7-2 as offense struggles again
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The Texas Rangers lost to the New York Mets 7-2 on Wednesday at Globe Life Field, severely impacting their postseason chances. The game was tied at two until the eighth inning when Marcus Semien hit a two-run home run, giving New York the lead. A grand slam by Brett Baty in the ninth solidified the Mets' advantage. Rangers' offense, led by Wyatt Langford and Corey Seager, faltered throughout the night, as they combined for eight at-bats without a hit and four strikeouts. Rangers manager Skip Schumaker noted that the team could not effectively handle the fastball again.

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  • Rangers fall to Mets 7-2 on September 24.
  • Game tied at 2-2 until eighth inning home run by Marcus Semien.
  • Brett Baty's grand slam in the ninth secured the win for New York.
  • Wyatt Langford and Corey Seager went 0-for-8 combined at the plate.
  • Manager Skip Schumaker emphasized struggles against fastballs.
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  • 3:12 AMYahoo SportsLangford, Seager Combine to Go 0-for-8 at Plate as Rangers Fall to Mets 7-2
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The Texas Rangers fell 7-2 at the hands of the New York Mets in the second game of their huge series on Wednesday in Arlington.

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