Rangers hold off Blue Jays for 5-4 win in Toronto
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Last updated Jun 27, 2026
On June 26, 2026, the Texas Rangers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 at Rogers Centre. The Rangers jumped to an early lead, scoring three runs in the first inning, followed by a two-run home run from Justin Foscue, extending their lead to 5-0. Despite a late surge from the Blue Jays, who scored four runs in the eighth inning, the Rangers secured the victory with a strong performance from pitcher Nathan Eovaldi, who threw seven scoreless innings. The win marks Texas's second consecutive one-run victory over Toronto in the series, with a chance to sweep on June 27.
- •Texas scored five runs, including three in the first inning.
- •Justin Foscue drove in three runs with a home run.
- •Nathan Eovaldi pitched seven shutout innings, allowing five hits.
- •Toronto scored four runs in the eighth inning but fell short.
- •The Rangers aim for a series sweep on June 27.
- 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — 40-42 – Rangers play it back, hang on to beat Blue Jays 5-4
"Despite another close call, Texas comes through
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