Langford hists go-ahead homer, Rangers beat Athletics 5-3 to end 4-game skid
West Sacramento, Calif. (AP) — In a crucial series-clinching victory, the Texas Rangers defeated the Athletics 5-3 on Saturday night, ending a four-game losing streak. With the game on the line, Texas Rangers' Wyatt Langford hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning, setting the stage for a dramatic comeback. Corey Seager, Nicky Lopez, and Jarred Kelenic each contributed to the Rangers' 22nd comeback victory of the season by driving in key runs during the game.
Despite a strong performance from Athletics' Henry Bolte, who hit a three-run homer in the second inning, the Rangers prevailed. Jacob Latz earned his 24th save of the season, working three hitless innings to help secure the win. For the Athletics, J.T. Ginn allowed four runs on eight hits over six innings, while Cody Bradford made his first start of the season, posting a 0-1 record with a 2.38 ERA.
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