Rockies third. David Dahl grounds out to shallow infield, Marcus Semien to Matt Olson. Trevor Story singles to left field. Charlie Blackmon singles to right field. Trevor Story to third. Nolan Arenado out on a sacrifice fly to deep left field to Robbie Grossman. Charlie Blackmon to second. Trevor Story scores. Daniel Murphy flies out to deep right field to Mark Canha.1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Rockies 1, Athletics 0.Athletics third. Marcus Semien flies out to left field to Sam Hilliard. Ramon Laureano singles to right field. Matt Chapman walks. Ramon Laureano to second. Matt Olson walks. Matt Chapman to second. Ramon Laureano to third. Mark Canha out on a sacrifice fly to deep center field to David Dahl. Ramon Laureano scores. Khris Davis strikes out swinging.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 2 left on. Rockies 1, Athletics 1.Rockies fourth. Ryan McMahon grounds out to second base, Marcus Semien to Matt Olson. Raimel Tapia singles to shallow center field. Sam Hilliard homers to right field.... [More]

Rangers second. Joey Gallo homers. Rougned Odor lines out to shallow right field to Ryan McMahon. Todd Frazier strikes out on a foul tip. Robinson Chirinos walks. Willie Calhoun called out on strikes.1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 left on. Rangers 1, Rockies 0.Rangers third. Rob Refsnyder doubles to center field. Elvis Andrus singles to shallow infield. Rob Refsnyder to third. Nick Solak singles to shallow right field. Elvis Andrus to second. Rob Refsnyder scores. Danny Santana grounds out to shortstop. Nick Solak out at second. Elvis Andrus to third. Joey Gallo walks. Rougned Odor pops out to shallow center field to Trevor Story.1 run, 3 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Rangers 2, Rockies 0.Rockies fourth. David Dahl walks. Trevor Story homers to right field. David Dahl scores. Charlie Blackmon singles to right field. Nolan Arenado singles to deep center field. Charlie Blackmon to second. Daniel Murphy reaches on a fielder's choice to shallow infield. Nolan Arenado to second. Charlie Blackmon to... [More]

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Rangers now get to play inside deep in the heart — and heat — of Texas. They're 1-0 under their new roof. Lance Lynn struck out nine over six solid innings and the Texas Rangers inaugurated their retractable-roof stadium with a 1-0 win over the Colorado Rockies on Friday night. “Feels pretty good right now, haven’t lost a game in our new ballpark,” second-year manager Chris Woodward said. After 48 seasons of playing home games outside, it was a pleasant 72 degrees at first pitch in the air-conditioned $1.2 billion Globe Life Field — and 94 outside. The Rangers didn't get their first hit off Rockies starter German Marquez until after Lynn (1-0) had thrown the last of his 108 pitches in his first opening day start.“The first three innings of the game was probably the most uncomfortable I’ve ever felt on a mound,” Lynn said, later adding that he was just jacked up wanting to win the opener of a shortened season starting four months later. "I told everybody when... [More]

Rangers sixth. Elvis Andrus grounds out to shortstop, Trevor Story to Daniel Murphy. Danny Santana doubles to deep left field. Joey Gallo strikes out swinging. Rougned Odor doubles to deep right center field. Danny Santana scores. Todd Frazier lines out to deep left field to Sam Hilliard.1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Rangers 1, Rockies 0.

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lance Lynn struck out nine in six sharp innings and the Texas Rangers inaugurated their new retractable-roof stadium with a 1-0 win over the Colorado Rockies on Friday night. After 48 seasons of playing home games outside in the Texas heat, the Rangers had the roof closed for their first game at $1.2 billion Globe Life Field. It was a pleasant 72 degrees at first pitch inside the air-conditioned building — and 94 outside. The Rangers didn't get their first hit off Rockies starter German Marquez until after Lynn (1-0) had thrown the last of his 108 pitches in his first opening day start.Danny Santana had a one-out double in the sixth, and scored on a two-out double by Rougned Odor that chased Marquez (0-1). The Rockies right-hander, who retired the first 12 batters, struck out six and walked three. Even with no fans allowed in the sparkling new 40,000-seat park, longtime PA guy Chuck Morgan gave his emphatic “It’s Baseball Time in Texas!” that echoed through the stadium... [More]

A look at what's happening around the majors today:BIGGER PLAYOFFSBaseball may be embarking on a smaller regular-season schedule, but the postseason just got bigger.Major League Baseball and the players' union agreed Thursday to an expanded playoff structure that includes 16 teams instead of the usual 10. Since 16 of 30 teams will make the postseason, there's a very good chance that teams with a losing record will be included.It's just another quirk in a season that's sure to be full of them.“It’s such a unique season, why not try a little something different and make it as exciting as possible,” Colorado shortstop Trevor Story said. “I know it’s going to be such a sprint with the 60-game season; adding more playoff teams will just add to the fire and the excitement and the fandom around the game. Anything can happen in a 60-game season. I’m all for it.”Sixteen of the 30 teams will advance to a best-of-three first round: the first- and second-place teams in every division and the next two... [More]

A look at what's happening around the majors Friday:BIGGER PLAYOFFSBaseball may be embarking on a smaller regular-season schedule, but the postseason just got bigger.Major League Baseball and the players' union agreed Thursday to an expanded playoff structure that includes 16 teams instead of the usual 10. Since 16 of 30 teams will make the postseason, there's a very good chance that teams with a losing record will be included.It's just another quirk in a season that's sure to be full of them.“It’s such a unique season, why not try a little something different and make it as exciting as possible,” Colorado shortstop Trevor Story said. “I know it’s going to be such a sprint with the 60-game season; adding more playoff teams will just add to the fire and the excitement and the fandom around the game. Anything can happen in a 60-game season. I’m all for it.”The division winners in each league will be the 1-3 seeds, the second-place teams in each division will be 4-6 and the two more wild cards... [More]

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Colorado Rockies rookie outfielder Sam Hilliard grew up going to Texas Rangers games as a kid with his dad, who two years ago was diagnosed with ALS. His dad, Jim, is now getting to watch his son as a big leaguer in their hometown team's new stadium that otherwise is closed to fans because of the coronavirus pandemic.“It’s amazing that he can be here, especially the fact he’s in Texas," Sam Hilliard said before Tuesday's game. “It’s going to be something else to look up there and see him. ... Hopefully I’ll get to interact a little bit with him after the game or something, get to see him. I haven’t seen him in a while. It’s going to be really cool and something to really cherish." The 26-year-old outfielder’s parents and his fiance were there when the Rockies played in an exhibition game Tuesday night. They are also scheduled to attend another exhibition game Wednesday night, and be there for the regular season opener between the two teams Friday, which will be Hilliard's... [More]

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Colorado Rockies rookie outfielder Sam Hilliard grew up going to Texas Rangers games as a kid with his dad, who two years ago was diagnosed with ALS. His dad, Jim, is now getting to watch his son as a big leaguer in their hometown team's new stadium that otherwise is closed to fans because of the coronavirus pandemic.“It’s amazing that he can be here, especially the fact he’s in Texas," Sam Hilliard said before the game. “It’s going to be something else to look up there and see him. ... Hopefully I’ll get to interact a little bit with him after the game or something, get to see him. I haven’t seen him in a while. It’s going to be really cool and something to really cherish." The 26-year-old outfielder’s parents and his fiancé were there Tuesday night when the Rockies played in an exhibition game Tuesday night. They are also scheduled to attend another exhibition game Wednesday night, and be there for the regular season opener between the two teams Friday, which will... [More]