Rangers Open Season With Win
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The Texas Rangers opened the 2012 season with a 3-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox Friday afternoon at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington.
Texas starting pitcher Colby Lewis earned the win, striking out 9 in 6 innings. The Rangers held high praise for Lewis. “Colby is fearless,” said outfielder David Murphy “He’s not afraid to challenge guys, pound the strike zone and help his defense. He keeps the ball down and works quickly. You love playing behind a guy like that.”
The Rangers offense was led by Ian Kinsler, who had a lead-off double and a home run. Centerfielder Josh Hamilton went 2-for-3 in the game, and scored on an RBI single by Michael Young. “I like playing in front of a packed house,” Kinsler said. “It’s exciting and today was a lot of fun. It was a good game by the whole team, a well-played game.”
Alexi Ogando struck out 3 batters in 1 inning of relief. Mike Adams also pitched a scoreless inning before closer Joe Nathan earned his first save as a Ranger.
It is the 4th straight opening day victory for the Rangers, who played in front of a sellout crowd of 49,085. Game 2 will be Saturday night at 7:05pm at the Ballpark.
