Evan Carter's 10th-inning heroics lead the Rangers to a 6-5 win over the Orioles on June 25. See how Carter and a dominant Jacob deGrom secured the victory.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
In a game that had everything a baseball fan could ask for, the Texas Rangers dug deep and outlasted the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 in a 10-inning nail-biter on Wednesday night. The hero of the hour was Evan Carter, whose daring slide home in the top of the 10th secured a hard-fought victory and sent the Rangers dugout into a frenzy.
With the victory over Baltimore, the Rangers secured their 10th win in June, matching their best monthly performance of the season.
It was a classic back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading blows all night. After the Orioles clawed back to tie the game in the bottom of the ninth, it felt like the momentum had shifted. But the Rangers didn't flinch. In the top of the 10th, Evan Carter manufactured the winning run with his legs, sliding safely across home plate to give Texas the decisive 6-5 lead. The offense, which also saw a key RBI from Corey Seager, showed the grit that has defined their recent success, refusing to fold under pressure.
While Carter's heroics won the game, the biggest story for the team's long-term hopes was the man on the mound. Jacob deGrom looked every bit the ace the Rangers need him to be. In a commanding performance, deGrom pitched deep into the game, showcasing the velocity and pinpoint command that has been steadily improving since his return. He set the tone for the entire night, giving the team the confidence and the platform to go out and win a tight ballgame against a top contender.
This crucial win pushed the Rangers' record to 39-41 and marked their 10th victory in the month of June, tying a season-high. This recent stretch of strong play has been fueled by improved offensive production and a much better run differential. More importantly, it's keeping the team right in the thick of the AL West race. Wins like this, against formidable opponents like the Orioles, are exactly what this team needs to build belief and climb back over .500.
This win was more than just a single victory; it was a statement. With deGrom looking like his old self and the offense finding ways to win tough games, the Rangers are building the kind of resilience needed for a second-half push. They'll look to carry this momentum through the rest of the series against a tough Orioles team and prove that their June success is the new standard, not just a hot streak.
