Texas Rangers Sweep Athletics 2-1 on Jonah Heim's Game-Winning Bloop

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025

Texas Rangers Edge Athletics 2-1 on Jonah Heim's Walk-Off Single, Complete Sweep

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jonah Heim hit a looping fly ball that dropped between two fielders in shallow left field, scoring Wyatt Langford from first base, and the Texas Rangers beat the Athletics 2-1 to complete a sweep.

Heim sliced the fly ball with two outs in the seventh inning off rookie Jack Perkins (0-1), with shortstop Jacob Wilson calling for it as he drifted out. Left fielder Tyler Soderstrom, who entered the game in the sixth as a pinch-hitter, converged on Wilson. As they came together, Wilson dropped his head and arms as the ball dropped behind him.

Jon Gray (1-0) allowed one hit over two innings in relief of Patrick Corbin to win after being activated for the first time this season. Gray broke his arm March 15, resulting in Texas signing Corbin three days later.

Robert Garcia pitched a scoreless ninth inning to earn his eighth save in 11 opportunities.

Corey Seager gave Texas a 1-0 lead in the third inning by hitting a 3-2 fastball to dead center for his 15th home run.

The Athletics tied it in the sixth on Nick Kurtz’s double into right field after Brent Rooker hit a two-out single, ending an 0-for-15 slump.

Seager extended his on-base streak to 24 games, the longest active streak in the AL.

Key Moment

Heim’s bloop double, with him looking disgusted as he trotted toward first base.

Key Stat

Texas' pitchers have allowed two runs or fewer in seven consecutive games to tie the franchise record set in September 1983.

Up Next

Rangers RHP Nathan Eovaldi (7-3, 1.58) was set to make his first start following the All-Star break on Friday at home against Atlanta LHP Joey Wentz (2-1, 5.71). Athletics RHP Luis Severino (3-11, 5-10) will open a weekend series at Houston on Friday.

In summary

The Texas Rangers defeated the Athletics 2-1 on July 23, 2025, completing a sweep in a thrilling MLB game. Jonah Heim delivered the walk-off single in the seventh inning, scoring Wyatt Langford. Jon Gray earned the win in relief, and Robert Garcia secured his eighth save. Corey Seager contributed with his 15th home run, extending his active on-base streak to 24 games. Rangers pitchers showcased a dominant performance, holding opponents to two runs or fewer for the seventh consecutive game, tying a franchise record.

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