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Los Angeles Falls 5-3 to Texas - Recap

Los Angeles dropped a 5-3 decision at Globe Life Field on Thursday as Texas legged out a win behind winning pitcher Matt Moore.

Bettors who backed the Rangers were rewarded as -180 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 7.5.

Texas got 1 innings from Matt Moore, who gave up 0 earned runs on 1 hits, while striking out 1. Matt Moore earned the victory, while the Rangers got 2 RBIs from Corey Seager in the win.

Los Angeles's starting pitcher Aaron Loup worked 0.2 innings, giving up 3 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 0 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Luis Rengifo in a losing cause.

The battle of the bats favored Los Angeles as they had 6 hits, while Texas only had 8.

Jose Leclerc pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 3 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.

Next game, Texas takes its act home to face Cleveland looking for another win. For Los Angeles, they head on the road to face Minnesota.