The Texas Rangers topped the New York Yankees 8-5 on Aug. 6, 2025, after a 10th-inning rally led by Corey Seager and Adolis García. Recap the thriller!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It took a little extra baseball at Globe Life Field on Wednesday, but the Texas Rangers delivered a dose of late-night drama, stunning the New York Yankees 8-5 in a 10-inning classic. In a back-and-forth affair that tested both bullpens, the Rangers found the winning formula in extras, extending their win streak to three games and sending the reeling Yankees to their sixth consecutive loss.
With the game on the line and the crowd on its feet, the Rangers' biggest stars shone brightest, proving once again that this team has the grit to win the tough ones.
After nine innings of tense, deadlocked baseball, the Rangers' offense exploded in the top of the tenth. With the Globe Life Field crowd buzzing, the heart of the order came through in the biggest moments. Clutch hitting from Corey Seager, who continued his hot streak, and Adolis García fueled the rally that broke the game open. The outburst was a perfect example of the team's resilience, turning a nail-biter into a decisive victory.
Before the late-game fireworks, starter Jack Leiter set the stage with a gutsy performance. Facing off against Yankees ace Carlos Rodón, Leiter navigated a potent New York lineup to deliver a crucial quality start. He kept the game within reach, battling through innings and allowing the offense time to find its rhythm. It was the kind of steady, competitive outing the Rangers needed from their young right-hander as he continues to be a key piece of the rotation.
The victory wouldn't have been possible without the lockdown performance from the Texas bullpen. After Leiter's exit, the relief corps was tasked with holding a dangerous Yankees lineup at bay, and they delivered. They navigated the tense final frames of regulation and, after being handed the lead in the tenth, slammed the door shut to secure the win. This unit has been a quiet strength during the recent winning streak, proving they can handle high-leverage situations.
This win was more than just another notch in the belt; it has significant implications for the playoff race. Now at 61-55, the Rangers remain firmly in third place in the AL West but have chipped away at the gap, moving to just 3.5 games behind the second-place Seattle Mariners. With this three-game winning streak, Texas is building critical momentum as the season heads into its final, decisive stretch.
With momentum on their side and the bats coming alive in clutch situations, the Rangers are playing their best baseball at the perfect time. This gritty win over a historic rival is the kind of victory that can galvanize a clubhouse for the stretch run. As they look to continue this series, the message is clear: the Rangers are in the hunt and ready for a fight.
