The Texas Rangers started this reliever in a bullpen game and his otherwise excellent game was derailed by a potential injury in the fourth inning.

WASHINGTON - After three pristine innings and a lovely cruise through the Washington National lineup, the Rangers asked for a little more from Jake Latz. Everything came apart. Including, it appears something on his finger.

After the Nationals shut out the Rangers in game one of the series, Texas returned the favor last night. A Jacob Degrom masterclass lifted the Rangers to a 5-0 win. The streaky Nationals offense needs to get back on track. They have been very quiet this home stand.