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Texas defeated Toronto 6–5 on June 25 at Rogers Centre in a game that exceeded the Vegas total of 8.5 runs, with the Rangers capitalizing on superior offensive execution despite both teams struggling at the plate. The Rangers' three home runs and six RBIs proved decisive, while their pitching staff limited the Blue Jays to six hits and struck out eight, posting a 3.98 ERA. Toronto managed only six hits and one home run despite drawing a walk, recording eight strikeouts against Texas pitching and posting a .702 OPS. The Rangers' balanced approach—combining power (three homers) with plate discipline (six walks)—overcame the Blue Jays' defensive efficiency (zero errors) and a solid pitching effort that fanned five Texas batters. Both offenses struggled with consistency, evidenced by their nearly identical slugging percentages (.391), yet Texas's ability to drive in runs with runners in scoring position separated the teams. The Rangers' run differential in this contest suggests improved offensive depth heading into their next matchup.