Texas Rangers Capture First World Series Title with Late Surge

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Texas Rangers Capture First World Series Title with Late Surge
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The Texas Rangers win their first World Series title, defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 in Game 5. Rangers ace Nathan Eovaldi pitches six shutout innings, tying the postseason record with five wins. The Diamondbacks had multiple opportunities to score but failed to capitalize, going 0 for 9 with runners in scoring position. The Rangers break through in the seventh inning, taking a 1-0 lead and eventually scoring four more runs in the ninth inning. This victory marks the first World Series championship in the 63-year history of the Texas Rangers franchise.

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