Texas Rangers struggle as deGrom surrenders five runs in loss to Astros
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Texas Rangers fell to the Houston Astros 5-4 as Jacob deGrom struggled in his outing, lasting just 3 1/3 innings. The loss marks the Rangers' fourth consecutive defeat, dropping them below.500 and further behind in the American League West race. Both deGrom and fellow starter Nathan Eovaldi are dealing with injuries that may affect their performance. As the trade deadline approaches, concerns grow over the team's rotation depth and potential roster changes to bolster playoff hopes.
- •Jacob deGrom allowed five runs in 3 1/3 innings against the Astros.
- •The Rangers have lost four straight games, falling below.500.
- •Manager Skip Schumaker is considering starting pitching options ahead of the trade deadline.
- •Nathan Eovaldi also struggles, allowing six runs in a previous game.
- •Rangers are 1.5 games behind the Astros in the AL West standings.
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — After another ace stumbles, should Texas Rangers add a starter at trade deadline?
"Jacob deGrom lasted only 3 1/3 innings and allowed five runs in a 5-4 loss to the Astros, and the Texas Rangers have lost four straight games ahead of the...
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