Texas Rangers defeat Tampa Bay Rays 8-6 in Sunday matinee game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 11:39 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

The Texas Rangers secured an 8-6 win against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday at Globe Life Field in Arlington. Jake Burger provided two home runs for the offense, while Justin Foscue added a double that scored two runs. Despite the win, the team remains two games behind the Houston Astros and outside the wild card spot with three weeks remaining in the regular season. Manager Skip Schumaker noted the team's ongoing struggle with consistency, as the club has alternated wins and losses throughout the recent homestand. The Rangers are preparing for their next series in Seattle while awaiting the return of injured players Josh Jung and Robert Garcia to the roster.
- •Jake Burger hit two solo home runs during the victory.
- •Justin Foscue contributed two RBIs with a double.
- •MacKenzie Gore surrendered five runs over three innings pitched.
- •The Rangers sit two games back from both the Houston Astros and a wild card position.
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Time slipping away for roller coaster Rangers to put together a serious playoff push
"The Rangers put together a winning homestand, but they'll need a more consistent, extended push through the rest of September.
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