Rangers Crush Angels In Series Opener

Max Scherzer #31 of the Texas Rangers pitches against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Globe Life Field on August 14, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

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Max Scherzer put together a dominant performance to lead the Texas Rangers to a 12-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels at Globe Life Field. Scherzer earned his 12th win of the season after striking out 11 batters through seven scoreless frames. Marcus Semien went 2-for-5 with a home run and five RBI to lead Texas at the plate. Adolis Garcia hit his 30th homer as the Rangers improved to 71-and-48. The Rangers will send left-hander Jordan Montgomery to the mound against LA tonight.