With a win on Monday in ALCS Game 7, the Texas Rangers have advanced to the World Series. They will face the winner of Tuesday’s NLCS Game 7 between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks.
Unfortunately for the Houston Astros, their World Series defense has come to an end.
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Texas Rangers at Houston Astros, ALCS Game 7: Rangers 11, Astros 4 (Texas wins 4-3)
Game summary:
The Texas Rangers have become the AL champions in a dominant fashion. Led by an outstanding performance from Adolis García, the Rangers put on an offensive clinic and secured an 11-4 victory over the Astros in Game 7. This win gives them a 4-3 series victory, with the road team emerging as the winner in every game.
The Rangers started strong with a three-run first inning, which forced Astros starter Cristian Javier out of the game. Although the Astros managed to score a run in the bottom of the first, the Rangers maintained a 3-1 lead after a double play ended the Astros’ threat.
Both teams exchanged runs in the third inning, with García hitting a solo home run for the Rangers, who entered the fourth inning with a 4-2 lead. From there, the Rangers continued to pile on the runs.
In the fourth inning, Texas loaded the bases and Evan Carter hit a two-run double, extending the lead to 6-2. García then delivered a crucial two-run single that made it 8-2 and essentially put the game out of reach for the Astros.
The Rangers continued their offensive onslaught with home runs from Nathaniel Lowe and another from García, ending the night on a high note as they prepare for the World Series.
The win keeps Rangers manager Bruce Bochy undefeated in Game 7s, while Astros manager Dusty Baker has yet to see his team win one.
Key moment:
The Rangers set the tone right from the opening inning. After inducing a ground ball for the first out, Javier couldn’t contain the Rangers’ offense.
Corey Seager hit an impressive upper-deck blast to right field, giving the Rangers a 1-0 lead.
García followed with an RBI single, scoring Carter and narrowly missing a home run as the ball bounced off the left-field wall. Despite getting stuck at first, García redeemed himself by stealing second and scoring on a bloop single by Mitch Garver.
The Rangers continued to pressure the Astros’ pitching staff, and Houston couldn’t match their offensive output.
Impact player:
Adolis García stood out as the influential player in this game. He continued his remarkable offensive performance with an unforgettable Game 7, earning him the ALCS MVP honors. The All-Star outfielder went 4-for-5 at the plate, hitting two home runs, scoring three runs, driving in five RBIs, and even stealing a base.
García’s night started with an RBI single, stolen base, and run that gave the Rangers a 2-0 lead. Amid boos from the crowd in the third inning, García responded with a line-drive home run to right field, fully rising to the occasion.
In the eighth inning, he added another solo home run, further solidifying his historic postseason performance. With 20 RBIs in the playoffs, García now holds the Rangers’ record for the most RBIs in a postseason. His efforts will be remembered for a long time to come.
What’s next?
The Texas Rangers have secured their spot in the World Series. They will face the winner of Tuesday’s NLCS Game 7 between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Philadelphia Phillies.
Game 1 of the World Series will take place on Friday in Arlington, Texas.
