Jacob deGrom flirts with a no-hitter, leading the Rangers to a 7-0 rout of the Orioles on June 26, 2025. Read how the ace dominated for 8 innings.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
For eight breathtaking innings on Wednesday night, it felt like we were watching a legend at the peak of his powers. Jacob deGrom was simply untouchable, a wizard on the mound carving up the Baltimore Orioles lineup with surgical precision. He carried a no-hitter into the eighth, and while it was ultimately broken up, his performance was a powerful reminder of the ace the Rangers have at the top of their rotation and a blueprint for what this team can be when everything clicks.
8 Innings Pitched, 3 Hits, 0 Earned Runs. Just another day at the office for Jacob deGrom.
The electricity at Globe Life Field was palpable as Jacob deGrom mowed down Oriole after Oriole. Every out in the later innings was met with a rising roar from the crowd, who knew they were witnessing something special. While the no-hit bid ended in the eighth, it hardly dampened the mood. deGrom's final line was a thing of beauty: eight scoreless innings, just three hits allowed, and a performance that single-handedly willed the Rangers to a much-needed 7-0 victory. The offense, often dormant, finally woke up to support their ace, with Jonah Heim providing a key insurance run via a solo home run.
The seven runs on the board were a welcome sight for a team that has struggled to find any sort of offensive rhythm. Despite high hopes following the offseason acquisitions of Jake Burger and Joc Pederson, the lineup has failed to live up to its 'best in baseball' billing. Wednesday's outburst was a glimpse of their potential, but it stands in stark contrast to the broader trend of inconsistent run production. One big game is great, but the question remains: was this an anomaly or the start of a genuine turnaround for the bats?
The Rangers' 2025 season is a story of contradictions. While the high-powered offense has sputtered, the starting rotation has been a surprising and welcome bright spot. Even with a MASH unit's worth of injuries—sidelining Nathan Eovaldi, Tyler Mahle, Jon Gray, and others—the arms have kept Texas in games. deGrom's masterpiece improved the team's record to 39-41, keeping them treading water in the AL West. They've played .500 ball in June (10-10) with a healthy +14 run differential for the month, showing they can compete. As the season nears its midway point, the path is clear: the offense must find a way to consistently match the level of its pitching staff.
One dominant win doesn't erase a season of offensive inconsistency, but it does provide a jolt of energy and a reminder of this team's high ceiling. With deGrom looking like his old self and the offense showing signs of life, the Rangers have a formula for success. Now, they just need to replicate it. The next few weeks will be crucial in determining whether this team is a true contender or just a collection of tantalizing 'what ifs'.
