Mariners Shut Out, Held to Two Hits in 3-0 Loss at Rangers

Texas scores all three runs in the fifth inning to complete a three-game series sweep.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 9:21pm

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The Texas Rangers defeated the Seattle Mariners 3-0 on Wednesday, with MacKenzie Gore allowing just one hit in five innings and Brandon Nimmo and Josh Smith each recording two hits for the Rangers. Texas scored all three of its runs in the fifth inning to complete a three-game series sweep.

Why it matters

The loss continues a tough start to the season for the Mariners, who have now been shut out twice in their first eight games. The Rangers, meanwhile, have won three straight to improve to 5-3 on the young season.

The details

MacKenzie Gore was dominant on the mound for the Rangers, striking out nine batters and walking two while allowing just one hit in his five innings of work. Bryan Woo took the loss for the Mariners, giving up three runs - one earned - on five hits in five innings.

  • The game took place on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

The players

MacKenzie Gore

The Texas Rangers pitcher who allowed one hit in five innings.

Brandon Nimmo

The Texas Rangers outfielder who had two hits in the game.

Josh Smith

The Texas Rangers infielder who also had two hits in the game.

Bryan Woo

The Seattle Mariners pitcher who took the loss, allowing three runs - one earned - on five hits in five innings.

Ezequiel Duran

The Texas Rangers player who singled to load the bases in the fifth inning.

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The takeaway

The Mariners' offensive struggles continue as they were held to just two hits in the 3-0 loss to the Rangers, who have now swept the three-game series. The Rangers' pitching, led by a strong outing from MacKenzie Gore, proved too much for the Mariners' lineup.