Rangers Beat Cardinals 8-1, Win Series First Time Since May

Josh Smith tied his career high by driving in four runs with a two-run double and a two-run homer, helping the Texas Rangers defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 8-1. Jacob deGrom continued his strong pitching performance by allowing just one run over six innings, marking his eighth consecutive start with two runs or fewer allowed. The Rangers won two of three games in the series, their first series win since mid-May. The Cardinals, who scored their only run in the first inning, lost a series for only the second time in their last 11. Marcus Semien contributed with two hits and two walks, raising his batting average to .201, while Cardinals starter Erick Fedde allowed two runs over six innings but was unable to secure a win. Looking ahead, the Cardinals will open the “I-70 Series” against the Kansas City Royals with Andre Pallante pitching, while the Rangers' Tyler Mahle will start a road trip opener against Tampa Bay.