Rangers lose lead to Mariners late despite strong start from deGrom

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Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Rangers lose lead to Mariners late despite strong start from deGrom
Summary

The Texas Rangers faced the Seattle Mariners on July 26, 2026, but the bullpen faltered, allowing a two-run lead to slip away in the seventh inning. Jacob deGrom pitched well, surrendering only one run through five-plus innings. However, reliever Cole Winn allowed a three-run homer to Dominic Canzone, leading to a 6-4 defeat. The Rangers remain in first place in the American League West, but their bullpen struggles prompt potential trade considerations before the August 3 deadline.

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  • Rangers led 3-1 before the Mariners scored four runs in the seventh.
  • Jacob deGrom pitched five-plus innings, allowing one run.
  • Cole Winn gave up a three-run homer to Dominic Canzone.
  • Ezequiel Duran homered in the eighth to narrow the gap.
  • Rangers remain 1.5 games ahead of the Mariners in the AL West.
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  • 10:47 PMYahoo SportsTexas Rangers’ bullpen, in need of deadline help, can’t hold off Mariners
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Jacob deGrom allowed only one run in five-plus innings to put the Texas Rangers in position for a win, but the bullpen surrendered a two-run lead in the seventh inning...

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