Phillies Win Series Over Rangers 3-2 Behind Outfield Surge

The Philadelphia Phillies secured a 3-2 victory over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field, powered by a pivotal two-run double from Max Kepler in the seventh inning that put them ahead. The Phillies' outfield trio of Brandon Marsh, Harrison Bader, and Max Kepler combined effectively, sparking the only significant rally against Rangers ace Jacob deGrom, who suffered his third consecutive loss, a rare occurrence in his career. Phillies starter Jesús Luzardo pitched six strong innings, allowing only one early run and benefiting from solid defensive plays, including two caught stealing by J.T. Realmuto. Despite striking out eight and walking one, deGrom struggled with timely pitches in the seventh inning, resulting in the runs that sealed his defeat. The Rangers' offense was limited, particularly with runners in scoring position, reflecting their season-long struggles against left-handed pitchers and when trailing. The Phillies now hold a strong record when scoring at least two runs on the road, and Zack Wheeler is set to start the series finale, aiming for his 10th win of the season.