May 19, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Corey Kluber (28) throws during the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
This young Texas Rangers squad had to learn some tough lessons from the top teams in the American League this past week.
First, the dreaded Houston Astros swept the Rangers in Houston, followed directly by the Yankees, who took care of business against the Rangers in Arlington by taking three out of four games.
The only good thing the Rangers had going for them this week is that they handled Yankees ace pitcher Gerrit Cole on the mound.