World Series: Texas Rangers crush Houston Astros to win American League Championship and advance to World Series

CNN —

In a remarkable Game 7 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS), the Texas Rangers claimed the American League pennant with a resounding 11-4 victory over the Houston Astros.

This victory sends the Rangers to the World Series for the third time in franchise history, and their first appearance since 2011.

Right from the start, the Rangers dominated the game, scoring three runs in the opening inning. They further cemented their lead by unleashing a four-run fourth inning, bringing their advantage to 8-2.

Adolis García, the Rangers’ right fielder, earned the ALCS Most Valuable Player (MVP) title. García’s outstanding performance included a 4-for-5 display at the plate, with two home runs and five RBIs. He amassed a total of five home runs throughout the last four games of the series, propelling the Rangers to victory and securing the American League crown.

It is noteworthy that all four of the Rangers’ wins in the series were achieved on the road at Minute Maid Park in Houston, adding to the Astros’ struggles this season.

With this victory, the Rangers aim to clinch their first-ever World Series championship. Despite falling short in their previous two appearances in 2010 and 2011, losing to the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals, the Rangers are determined to make history this time.

The Rangers now await the outcome of the National League Championship Series which will determine their World Series opponent. The Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks will compete in a decisive Game 7 at Citizens Bank Park, with the winner facing the Rangers.

The highly anticipated World Series is set to commence in Arlington, Texas, on Friday.