The Rangers shut out the Cubs 3-0 to take their rubber match in Arlington.
Jacob deGrom was credited with the win after striking out 10 batters over seven scoreless frames. deGrom became the second-fastest pitcher, by games and innings, to reach 19-hundred career strikeouts with a “K” in the first inning. Texas has won back to back games.
Jameson Taillon was tagged with the loss after allowing one run on four hits and two walks. Chicago has dropped two in a row.
The Cubs open up a series in Atlanta on Tuesday night.
May 10, 2026