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Rangers’ quest for AL West title and .500 record goes down to regular season’s final day

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The Texas Rangers' pursuit of the AL West title and a .500 record is hanging in the balance, as the season's final day looms. In a 6-2 triumph over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday, the Rangers were led to victory by Danny Jansen, who hit a home run and drove in two runs. The Rangers currently sit at 80-81, trailing the Houston Astros by just one game.

The Astros, however, hold the tiebreaker advantage due to their superior season series record against the Rangers. Ranger manager Skip Schumaker emphasized the importance of the upcoming game, stating, "We’re here, and it’s a chance, and we’re excited for it. We’re going to have to win today, and tomorrow’s pretty important, too."

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