Monday, September 14, 2009
Texas Rangers 7, Seattle Mariners 2
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The Rangers weren't so kind to the Mariners Sunday afternoon.
ARLINGTON — The Texas Rangers braved the rainstorm Sunday afternoon to win the first game of the doubleheader, defeating the Seattle Mariners 7-2 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. The much-needed win improved Texas to 80-62 on the season.
Rangers rookie starter Tommy Hunter was once again in fine form, surrendering just two runs -- one of them earned -- over a complete nine innings of work, scattering six hits and a single walk. Hunter is now 8-3 with a 3.23 ERA.
The Rangers got offensive contributions up and down the lineup for a change, with eight of nine Rangers starters registering at least one hit. Third baseman Esteban German led the charge from the ninth spot, going 2-for-3 with a pair of doubles, two runs scored and another driven in.
The Rangers also managed to hit three solo home runs, by David Murphy, Nelson Cruz, and Chris Davis.
Posted by Todd M.
