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Rangers break late tie with Langford and Burger home runs
By The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
Wyatt Langford and Jake Burger homered in a four-run eighth inning as the Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros 7-3 on Friday night.
Langford’s leadoff homer and Burger’s three-run shot came off Bryan King (2-2) after the Astros had rallied from an early 3-0 deficit to tie the score in the sev...
Key takeaway Langford’s leadoff homer and Burger’s three-run shot came off Bryan King (2-2) after the Astros had rallied from an early 3-0 deficit to tie the score in the seventh inning.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The Texas Rangers' thrilling win over the Houston Astros has significant implications for the team's standing in the AL West. With a 1½ game lead over Seattle and a three-game lead over Houston, the Rangers are well-positioned to make a strong push for the division title. The team's ability to come from behind and secure a win in the eighth inning is a testament to their resilience and determination. The performances of Wyatt Langford and Jake Burger, who homered in the eighth inning, are particularly noteworthy, as they demonstrate the team's depth and ability to produce under pressure. As the season enters its final stretch, Rangers fans in Trophy Club and throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area will be watching closely to see if the team can maintain its momentum and bring a championship to the region. The Rangers' success has the potential to bring a surge of excitement and energy to the local community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Wyatt Langford and Jake Burger homered in a four-run eighth inning as the Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros 7-3 on Friday night.
Langford’s leadoff homer and Burger’s three-run shot came off Bryan King (2-2) after the Astros had rallied from an early 3-0 deficit to tie the score in the sev...
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