The Texas Rangers are eliminated from postseason contention after losing 6-4 to the Minnesota Twins on the final day of the regular season. Minnesota wins with timely offense, including a home run and three RBIs from Josh Bell, while starter Dean Kremer pitches seven innings while allowing one run. Texas falls short despite needing a win to keep its postseason hopes alive.
Texas finishes 80-82 and depends on other results. The Rangers require both a victory and a losing outcome for the Houston Astros. Houston is also in contention for a postseason spot, and it holds the division tiebreaker. According to reports, Houston leads 8-0 in the eighth inning when Texas’ game ends, with the Astros’ large advantage contributing to the Rangers being eliminated.
