Burger blasts a homer, drives in 4 as Eovaldi powers the Rangers past the Astros 8-0
Jake Burger had a standout performance with a home run and four RBIs, leading the Texas Rangers to an 8-0 victory over the Houston Astros. Nathan Eovaldi contributed with seven strong innings, allowing only five hits and striking out eight. The Rangers' offense surged in the seventh inning, scoring five runs to secure the win.
- ▪Jake Burger homered and tied a career high with four RBIs.
- ▪Nathan Eovaldi pitched seven strong innings, allowing five hits and striking out eight.
- ▪The Rangers scored five runs in the seventh inning to break the game open.
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