Sat Apr 05 23:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Rangers Edge Red Sox 3-2 in DeGrom’s Successful Return
ARLINGTON, Texas – Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom made a triumphant return to the mound Sunday, pitching five shutout innings in a 3-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox. The win capped a series comeback for the Rangers, who dropped the opener but took the final three games.
DeGrom, making his first start of the season after recovering from Tommy John surgery, allowed just two hits and struck out six before reaching his pitch count limit. Manager Bruce Bochy praised deGrom’s performance, highlighting his slider, fastball, and changeup. DeGrom himself expressed satisfaction with his outing, aiming to build on his five-inning performance in future starts.
While deGrom exited after five innings, the Rangers offense provided crucial support. Wyatt Langford and Adolis Garcia hit back-to-back solo home runs in the sixth inning, erasing a two-run deficit created by Boston’s rally against the Texas bullpen. The Red Sox scored twice in the sixth off Shawn Armstrong after a two-out double by Wilyer Abreu.
The Rangers took an early 1-0 lead in the second inning on a sacrifice fly by Ezequiel Duran. Despite a strong pitching performance by Boston’s Richard Fitts, who allowed three runs over six innings, the Rangers’ late-inning power proved decisive. Luke Jackson secured his second save, closing out the ninth for Texas.
The win extended the struggles of Red Sox star Rafael Devers, who went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts and a walk, finishing the series 0-for-16 with 12 strikeouts. The Rangers will look to continue their momentum, while the Red Sox will aim to rebound from the series loss.
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