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The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners 13-4 in Game 3 of the AL Championship Series, with key performances from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer, as they hit five home runs and rallied from an early deficit to take a 2-1 series lead. The game featured a postseason record-tying eight combined home runs and saw strong pitching from José Berríos, while Seattle's George Kirby struggled, allowing eight runs in six innings.
The Texas Rangers requested that the roof be open for Game 4 of the AL Championship Series against the Houston Astros, and MLB agreed based on the team's regular-season policies. The roof was closed for Game 3 as both teams preferred it that way. Astros manager Dusty Baker expressed surprise, stating that he thought there was an agreement to keep the roof closed in both Arlington and Houston. The Rangers have played only 11 games with the roof open this season, and there seemed to be a tilt towards offense in those games. The weather forecast for Game 4 indicated a temperature of 77 degrees with 25% humidity.
The Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 8-5 in Game 3 of the AL Championship Series, spoiling Max Scherzer's return to the Rangers. The Astros broke the Rangers' seven-game postseason winning streak and now have a chance to take the series back to Houston. Despite Scherzer's shaky performance, the Rangers' offense struggled to capitalize on opportunities against Astros pitcher Cristian Javier. Jose Altuve continued his success at Globe Life Field with a home run, and Leody Taveras made an impressive catch to steal a potential home run.
The Texas Rangers are entering the AL Championship Series against the Houston Astros as a completely different team from when they last faced off 40 days ago. With the return of Adolis García, the emergence of Evan Carter, the comeback of Josh Jung, and the improved performance of Jonah Heim, the Rangers have won five consecutive postseason games and are now facing the defending world champions. The lineup changes have strengthened the offense, with Carter providing an additional on-base threat and Mitch Garver delivering seven RBIs in the last two games. The Rangers are slashing .282/.373/.492/.865 in the postseason and averaging 6.4 runs per game.
Texas Rangers pitcher Max Scherzer has declared himself ready to return to the roster for the AL Championship Series after a simulated game and bullpen session. Scherzer, who hasn't pitched in a game since September due to a shoulder injury, feels normal and believes he's prepared to face the Houston Astros. The Rangers have announced Jordan Montgomery as the probable starter for Game 1, while Scherzer's role in the rotation for Game 3 remains uncertain. Scherzer has 27 postseason appearances and ranks third among active pitchers in postseason starts and innings.
Corey Seager showcased his dominance at Globe Life Field in Arlington during the Texas Rangers' 7-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles in the AL Division Series. Seager's first-inning home run set the tone for the game and highlighted his exceptional postseason performance at the stadium. Throughout his career, Seager has excelled in Arlington, and his success continued in the playoffs, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier player. The Rangers are now heading to the AL Championship Series, where Seager's performance in this park will be crucial.
The Texas Rangers defeated the Baltimore Orioles 11-8 in Game 2 of the AL Division Series, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series. With a patient approach at the plate and strong bullpen performance, the Rangers are now one win away from advancing to the AL Championship Series for the first time since 2011. The possibility of a Rangers-Astros ALCS matchup looms large. Rangers manager Bruce Bochy's strategic moves have paid off, and the team's willingness to accept walks has been a key factor in their success. Rookie Evan Carter recorded his first-ever postseason single in the game.