CHICAGO \u2014 Texas shortstop Corey Seager homered twice as the Rangers avoided a sweep in Chicago, beating the Cubs 6-2 on Wednesday. The two-time World Series MVP opened the game with a solo shot to left-center and then lined another solo home run to right field in the seventh to put the Rangers up five.<\/p>\n
It was Seager\u2019s 18th career game with multiple home runs and his first since August 19, 2024. Rangers pitcher Tyler Mahle (2-0) held Chicago to just two hits in seven innings. The right-hander allowed one earned run and lowered his season ERA to 1.32.<\/p>\n
Shota Imanaga (2-1, 2.70 ERA) picked up the loss for Chicago, allowing a season-high five earned runs in five innings. The Japanese-born lefty struck out four while giving up seven hits, including two home runs. Chicago had won seven of its last eight entering the series finale.<\/p>\n
Seiya Suzuki hit a triple and subsequently scored in the fourth inning, and then had an RBI single in the ninth. The Rangers’ strong performance was a result of their ability to capitalize on the Cubs’ mistakes and make the most of their opportunities.<\/p>\n
Related: Texas Rangers place OF Wyatt Langford on injured list with oblique strain. The Rangers are hoping that Langford will make a speedy recovery and return to the lineup soon.<\/p>\n
With the game knotted at one, Texas unleashed a four-run fifth inning to pull ahead for good. Jonah Heim slugged a two-run homer to deep left-center, breaking the tie, and Josh Jung added an RBI double. Adolis Garc\u00eda hit a single into the centerfield gap, scoring Jung and giving the Rangers a 5-1 lead.<\/p>\n
Chicago was just 4 for 31 at the plate. Entering the ninth inning, the Cubs had just two hits. This lack of offense was a major factor in their loss, as they were unable to muster up enough runs to keep pace with the Rangers.<\/p>\n
The Cubs are set to head to Los Angeles for a three-game series against the Dodgers on Friday. Chicago was 0-2 against the Dodgers in a season-opening series in Tokyo, Japan. The Rangers are scheduled to continue their road trip on Friday in Seattle.<\/p>\n
Find more Rangers coverage from The Dallas Morning News here. The Rangers are looking to build on their momentum from this win and make a push for the playoffs.<\/p>\n
In conclusion, the Texas Rangers’ 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs was a much-needed victory for the team. With Corey Seager’s two home runs and Tyler Mahle’s strong pitching performance, the Rangers were able to avoid a sweep and gain some momentum heading into their next series. The Cubs, on the other hand, will look to bounce back from this loss and get back on track.<\/p>\n
A: Corey Seager homered twice for the Rangers in their win over the Cubs.<\/p>\n
A: The final score of the game was 6-2 in favor of the Rangers.<\/p>\n
A: Tyler Mahle pitched for the Rangers and allowed only two hits in seven innings.<\/p>\n
A: The Rangers’ next series is against the Seattle Mariners, starting on Friday.<\/p>\n
A: The Cubs’ next series is against the Los Angeles Dodgers, starting on Friday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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