Mike Trout leads offense and George Klassen earns 1st MLB win as Angels top Rangers 5-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels secured a 5-2 comeback victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night, thanks to a stellar performance from Mike Trout at the plate and a milestone win from rookie George Klassen. Trout showcased his offensive prowess with three hits, including two RBIs, while Jose Siri came through in the clutch with a pinch-hit RBI double in the sixth inning, sparking a three-run rally.
Klassen, who earned his first major league win, pitched six strong innings, striking out five and walking just one, despite allowing two runs and five hits. The Angels' reliever Blake Weiman then sealed the deal in the seventh inning with a perfect inning, before Ryan Watson stepped in for the eighth and ninth, retiring the Texas bats and sealing the win.
Texas starter Cal Quantrill lasted five innings, giving up one run and four hits, while RHP Jacob deGrom will take the mound in the series finale against the Angels.
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