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Rangers vs Mariners game
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The gist
Rangers (71-73) face Mariners (67-77) in a three-game series starting Tuesday at T-Mobile Park. Texas trails Astros by two games in AL West, needs wins for playoff push.
Background
The Texas Rangers are in a tight playoff race, sitting two games behind the Houston Astros in the AL West and within striking distance of a wild card spot. Their upcoming series against the Seattle Mariners is crucial, especially given their poor road record (31-41) and historical struggles in Seattle.
How it unfolded
- Sep 2, 2026MLB.com playoff picture shows Rangers and Mariners both in the AL playoff race, with Rangers 1.5 games behind Guardians for the final wild card.
- Sep 3, 2026Rangers lose 9-2 to Athletics, with Jonah Heim hitting a homer against his former team.
- Sep 8, 2026Rangers and Mariners begin a three-game series at T-Mobile Park, with Texas needing wins to keep playoff hopes alive.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Series preview from SI.com notes Rangers' rough season against AL West and on the road, highlighting the challenge ahead.