The Texas Rangers have taken a significant lead in their series against the Oakland Athletics, highlighted by standout performances in their recent games. The series, broadcasted by Bally Sports Southwest and available on the Bally Sports App, saw the Rangers securing early leads, crucial for their victories. Notably, Josh Smith contributed to a 1-0 lead in the first game, while Jonah Heim's solo homer in a subsequent game was pivotal. The Rangers' strategy of scoring early proved effective, with Heim extending the lead in another game. The team's success was also attributed to their pitching, with Jon Gray's performance against the Athletics being a plus matchup. Bruce Bochy, the Rangers' manager, praised the pitching staff for their role in the wins. The series also featured a significant moment for Heim, who capped a 6-run third inning with a 3-run homer, leading to a 7-1 score in one of the games.
Jonah Heim caps a 6-run third inning for the @Rangers with this 3-run BLAST! ๐ฅ https://t.co/sYfqtLeHu9
Jonah Heim makes it 7-1 for them Rangers. ๐ณ https://t.co/HrdpcrT6er
Y'ALL KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS IT'S HEIM TIME!! โฐ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/FvvsTu05BF
Our very own Emily Jones catches up with the guys and what they need to do to get back on track ๐ค๏ธ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ |@EmilyJonesMcCoy https://t.co/TXl1VqYvyA
Recapping the series so far โฎ๏ธ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/w8gegaKYpq
The guys looking ready to go ๐ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/lFZPsGKIgM
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"What a job the pitching did that's a game we gotta win when you get that kind of pitching." Bruce Bochy after today's game. @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/UwUAx8YSWn
Bruce Bochy is in the spotlight today and Emily Jones breaks down his AMAZING career so far! @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ |@EmilyJonesMcCoy https://t.co/OrnrnxLcwW
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Jon Gray ready to get things going ๐ฅ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/oegwmjOJBV
Order up ๐๏ธ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/cbsonLJpFc
Recapping last night ๐ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/bNxBUSXvPg
Gotta love THE LEGEND Bruce Bochy ๐ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/BHvdgDFj8l
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HEIM EXTENDS THE LEAD! @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/auNKAF7HGF
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Rangers retake the lead on a Jonah Heim solo homer! https://t.co/nTPmUG3bme
1-0 lead in the 1st, courtesy of Josh Smith ๐ฟ @Rangers | #StraightUpTX | @BallySports ๐บ https://t.co/6XQI2x8Vmv
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