The Texas Rangers had a shot to take three out of four games from the Houston Astros over the weekend. They won the first two games, but faltered in the 11th inning of game three. They were in range of a possible comeback in the Sunday finale, though a seven-run seventh inning from the ‘Stros put the game far out of reach.
What stood out the most in two failed opportunities was the left-handed pitching out of the bullpen.
Right-handers Adrian Sampson and Chris Martin did tremendous work in relief Saturday night against a relentless Houston lineup, allowing no runs through 3.