In a dramatic game, rookie Kumar Rocker shone with five scoreless innings while struggling with leg cramps, which he managed with pickle juice. Ezequiel Duran opened the scoring for Texas with a key RBI double, followed by Marcus Semien's sacrifice fly, which secured a 2-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Rocker's standout performance, complemented by Luke Jackson's solid ninth inning for a save, underscored the Rangers' recent strong form, stabilizing at .500 for the first time since May 21 after winning seven of eight games.
Rookie right-hander Kumar Rocker delivered a stellar performance over five scoreless innings. He successfully managed cramping issues, aided by pickle juice, and struck out six batters.
Ezequiel Duran's timely RBI double, coupled with Marcus Semien's sacrifice fly, helped the Rangers establish a solid lead, sealing their victory and the series sweep.
The Rangers have shown resilience, winning seven of their last eight games, achieving .500 for the first time since May 21, showcasing a turnaround in their season.
A pivotal moment occurred in the seventh when Josh Rojas was caught stealing which hindered Chicago’s momentum, leading to a frustrating end of the inning.
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