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Texas defeated Los Angeles 7-6 on July 9 at Globe Life Field in a low-scoring affair that fell short of the 7.5 Vegas total. The Rangers' offense, though modest at a .244 batting average, capitalized on three home runs and seven RBIs to edge out the Angels, who managed just 10 hits with no long balls despite drawing four walks. Texas's pitching staff struck out 15 Angels batters while allowing 10 hits and five earned runs over an ERA of 4.08, though an error and four walks kept the game closer than the Rangers' dominance in strikeouts suggested. Los Angeles countered with 10 strikeouts of their own but couldn't overcome a 4.66 ERA and inability to generate power, stranding runners despite matching Texas's hit total. The Rangers' three-homer output proved decisive in this tight contest, underscoring the importance of home-run production in a game where both offenses struggled to maintain consistent contact. Texas's run differential advantage in this matchup could prove valuable as the teams continue their series.