The Angels side of the scorecard continued to look empty for the fifth consecutive game as they scored just one or less runs for the fifth time in their last six games. With optimism heading into the road trip, the Halos stumbled out of the gates in game one going 0-for-4 with runners in scoring position and having the final 13 batters retired consecutively by Rangers relievers.
The highlight of the night was undoubtedly Chris Rodriguez. Making his first career start, the Florida native did not dodge the spotlight as he made his presence known early and often in his return to an Angels uniform for the first time since June 20.