Rangers Narrowly Miss Victory Against Mariners at Peoria Sports Complex

In a closely contested preseason game at the Peoria Sports Complex, the Texas Rangers were edged out by the Seattle Mariners with a final score of 3-2. The Rangers now stand at 13-12 for the preseason, while the Mariners improved their record to 9-17. Despite out-hitting their opponents with seven hits to five, Texas couldn't capitalize on their opportunities, leaving eight runners stranded on base.

Key Moments and Performances

The game unfolded with both teams showcasing their defensive skills, as evidenced by a flawless fielding performance with no errors committed on either side. The Rangers' offense was highlighted by Marcus Semien and Corey Seager who both recorded an impressive batting average of .500 in the previous game. Semien also stood out for his on-base plus slugging (OPS) of 1.667, demonstrating his ability to get on base and hit for power.

On the pitching side, Jacob deGrom started for Texas but faced challenges against Seattle's lineup. Over four innings pitched, deGrom allowed two earned runs and struck out three batters but ended up with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.5 for this outing.

Looking Ahead

The Rangers will look to bounce back in their next game against the Colorado Rockies at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Arizona. Scheduled for March 20th at 9:05 PM EDT, fans can catch all the action live on RSN networks.

This close encounter between Texas and Seattle highlighted key areas for improvement as well as standout performances that could shape future games. As we move forward into the season, it will be interesting to see how these insights play into team strategies and player development.

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