It appears the Rangers really do need a break after hitting the low point of their season so far: a four-game sweep by the Orioles at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington.
After an Ian Kinsler homer game the Rangers the lead in the first, Orioles starter Jake Arrieta, a TCU product, and three relievers kept the Rangers scoreless for the remaining eight innings.
Rangers’ starter C.J. Wilson racked up a pitch count of 111 in 4 2/3 innings. Wilson’s early exit came down to the three earned runs he allowed, all in the second inning, and five bases on balls. Two of the walks were to Miguel Tejada, who received three free passes despite a low season total. Tejada also homered in the ninth off Frank Francisco for the Orioles final run.
Arrieta surrendered one run in 6 1/3 innings in his return to the metroplex. The win completed the first four-game home sweep by an opposing team in Arlington in five seasons.
Watch the Rangers six All-Stars (including Cliff Lee) Tuesday night from Anaheim..
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