Jacob deGrom finally secures win after two years with a dominant performance

On April 30, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, Jacob deGrom made headlines by securing his first win in more than two years while pitching for the Texas Rangers against the Oakland Athletics. DeGrom, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, struck out seven batters over six scoreless innings, marking an impressive return to form after a long hiatus due to injury. The Rangers’ offense also thrived during this game, scoring a season-high 15 runs against the Athletics, showcasing their best offensive performance of the season. The Rangers had entered the game as the last-place team in the majors with only 91 runs scored, greatly helped by this game’s outburst. The Rangers' offense had been struggling with only 12 runs across their previous six games, making this offensive explosion even more crucial for the team's morale and confidence. Key moments of the game included back-to-back RBI singles in the third inning and two bases-clearing doubles by Adolis García and Wyatt Langford during an eight-run inning. The Texas Rangers’ victory not only lifted their spirits but also provided DeGrom with much-needed run support that he had been lacking in prior outings this season. Having given up only four hits without a walk, DeGrom displayed excellent command, further highlighting improvements made since undergoing Tommy John surgery at the end of the previous season. This game broke the franchise record for bases-clearing doubles, demonstrating that everything came together for both DeGrom and the Rangers' batters in this match. After having made a comeback to the major leagues following serious surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation process, Jacob deGrom's performance seems to signal a turning point for both him and his team. With DeGrom’s significant contribution to the game and the Rangers’ crucial victory, there are hopes this marks the beginning of a more successful stretch for the team as they move forward in the season.