Ten-Run Second Inning Fuels Rangers’ Rout of A’s

Josh Smith of the Texas Rangers watches his RBI single against the Oakland A's in Oakland, Calif., on May 7, 2024. Godofredo A. Vásquez/AP Photo

OAKLAND, Calif.—Marcus Semien had four hits and five RBIs, and the Texas Rangers scored 10 times in the second inning Tuesday on the way to a 15–8 victory over the Oakland Athletics.

Jonah Heim added four hits and two RBIs as Texas extended its season-high winning streak to four games. The Rangers have outscored opponents 37–16 during that stretch.