Angels Shut Out by Rangers in Spring Training Matchup

Pitcher Reid Detmers gives up 3 runs in loss

Feb. 23, 2026 at 11:35pm

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The Los Angeles Angels were shut out 6-0 by the Texas Rangers in a spring training game on Monday afternoon at Tempe Diablo Stadium, despite starting eight of their nine projected Opening Day starters. Angels pitcher Reid Detmers gave up 3 runs in the loss.

Why it matters

Spring training games provide an important opportunity for teams to evaluate their players and get them ready for the upcoming regular season. The Angels' loss to the Rangers highlights areas the team may need to focus on improving before Opening Day.

The details

Even though the Angels started eight of their nine projected Opening Day starters, they were unable to score any runs against the Rangers. Angels pitcher Reid Detmers gave up 3 runs in the game.

  • The game took place on Monday afternoon, February 23, 2026, at Tempe Diablo Stadium.

The players

Reid Detmers

A left-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels.

Texas Rangers

The opposing team that shut out the Angels 6-0.

Los Angeles Angels

The home team that was shut out in the spring training game.

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What they’re saying

“That's what spring training is for, to get used to everything and start to feel your body a little bit more,”

— Reid Detmers, Angels Pitcher

What’s next

The Angels will continue their spring training schedule with additional exhibition games as they prepare for the upcoming regular season.

The takeaway

Spring training games provide valuable opportunities for teams to evaluate their players and work on areas that need improvement before the start of the regular season. The Angels' loss to the Rangers highlights the importance of these exhibition games in getting the team ready for the year ahead.