Ryan Johnson, Angels pitchers combine for one-hitter in 3-0 victory

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Ryan Johnson, Angels pitchers combine for one-hitter in 3-0 victory
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Ryan Johnson led the Los Angeles Angels to a 3-0 victory over the Texas Rangers on Saturday night in Arlington. The rookie carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning and recorded a career-high seven innings pitched, striking out three batters. Johnson only allowed a single in the sixth, supported by a strong bullpen performance. Zach Neto had a standout game with three hits, including two doubles and a triple. This win marks the Angels’ 11th shutout of the season, while the Rangers were shut out for the 10th time this year. The teams will meet again on Sunday, with the Rangers set to start Cal Quantrill.

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  • Johnson struck out three batters in seven innings of work.
  • Zach Neto recorded three hits, including two doubles and a triple.
  • The Angels achieved their 11th shutout of the season.
  • Rangers' Jake Burger left with a wrist contusion, X-rays negative.
  • Cal Quantrill is scheduled to start for the Rangers on Sunday.
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Rookie Ryan Johnson carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning for second time this season and three Los Angeles Angels pitchers combined for a one-hitter in a 3-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Saturday night. Johnson (3-7) struck out three in a career-high seven innings and won for the first time since July 19. On June 23, the 24-year-old right-hander threw 6 1/3 innings of no-hit ball in beating Baltimore 5-1.

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