Texas Rangers’ Andrew Heaney Pitches Gem, Strikes Out 11 in 2-0 Win against Chicago White Sox
ARLINGTON, Texas – In an impressive display of pitching dominance, Andrew Heaney led the Texas Rangers to a 2-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night. Heaney threw two-hit ball over six innings, striking out an impressive 11 batters without issuing a single walk. The win solidified the Rangers’ position at the top of the AL West.
The Rangers got off to a strong start with Mitch Garver and Adolis Garcia each hitting solo home runs. Garver, who assumed the starting catcher role in the absence of All-Star Jonah Hein, launched his sixth homer in the fifth inning off White Sox rookie Jesse Scholtens. Garcia joined in on the home run action, hitting his 26th of the season in the seventh inning. He also leads the American League in RBIs with an impressive 85.
Heaney’s stellar performance on the mound earned him his third consecutive victory in his last four starts, further cementing his importance to the Rangers’ pitching staff. The left-hander showcased his skill by keeping the White Sox hitters at bay throughout the game.
Though Scholtens and the White Sox pitching staff held the Rangers to just four hits – the two solo homers and two singles by All-Star second baseman Marcus Semien – they were unable to produce any offense of their own. The White Sox struggled at the plate, managing only three hits and failing to score for the ninth time this season. It was a disappointing outcome for a team that has now lost eight of its last ten games.
In a last-minute trade before the deadline, the Rangers bolstered their depth behind the plate by acquiring catcher Austin Hedges from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for international bonus pool money. This move was made necessary due to Hein’s placement on the injured list with a strained tendon in his left wrist. Additionally, the Rangers sent right-handed pitcher Spencer Howard to the New York Yankees in exchange for cash considerations.
The White Sox were also active ahead of the trade deadline, executing several deals. They traded Kenyan Middleton to the Yankees for right-handed pitcher Juan Carela, sent Jake Burger to the Miami Marlins for left-handed pitcher Jake Eder, and acquired right-handed pitcher Luis Patino from the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations. These moves reflect the team’s commitment to shaking things up and making necessary adjustments for the remainder of the season.
The Rangers’ victory comes after a challenging stretch in which they had lost seven of their previous nine games, including a three-game sweep by the San Diego Padres. However, their recent acquisitions of Max Scherzer, Jordan Montgomery, and Chris Stratton have injected new energy into the team and provide hope for an improved performance moving forward.
The White Sox will need to regroup and find a way to regain their winning form as they navigate the remainder of the season. With strong pitching performances and timely hitting like the one demonstrated by the Rangers tonight, both teams will continue to battle for success in their respective divisions.
