Wyatt Langford's walk-off hit lifts Rangers past Angels, into first place

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Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Wyatt Langford's walk-off hit lifts Rangers past Angels, into first place
Summary

Wyatt Langford delivered a walk-off hit in the ninth inning, leading the Texas Rangers to a 7-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on July 9, 2026, in Arlington. The Rangers, who had squandered a five-run lead, improved to 47-46 and reclaimed first place in the AL West. Langford's return from the injured list culminated in a key moment that shifted team morale, according to manager Skip Schumaker. The victory sets the stage for a critical series against the Houston Astros, beginning July 10.

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  • Rangers rally from a five-run deficit to secure the win.
  • Langford's hit marked his first since returning from the IL.
  • Jacob Latz, the Rangers' closer, is unavailable for the next game.
  • Texas faces the Astros in a crucial series for potential postseason implications.
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  • 4:32 AMYahoo SportsWyatt Langford's walk-off steers Rangers clear of catastrophe and into AL West lead
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Texas narrowly avoided its most disastrous loss of the season by rallying for a 7-6 walk-off win after blowing a five-run, seventh-inning lead.

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