In this episode, we break down the Texas Rangers' missed opportunity to close the gap in the AL West against the division-leading Seattle Mariners. Entering the weekend series, the Rangers were just a few games below .500 and had a real chance to make a statement. Instead, they were swept by the Mariners, extending Seattle's lead in the division to 9.0 games. To make matters worse, the Rangers followed this disappointing performance with a crushing 14-2 loss to the New York Mets on Monday night.We discuss the implications of this series and what it means for the Rangers' playoff hopes. While it's true that baseball is a long season and anything can happen, the road ahead looks challenging with upcoming series against tough opponents like the Mets, Royals, Brewers, and Orioles. The Rangers' health issues and their poor start against Seattle this season compound the difficulty of their situation.Tune in as we analyze what the Rangers need to do to turn things around and how the seven crucial games against the Mariners in September could determine their fate. Despite the current setbacks, we explore the glimmers of hope and potential strategies for the Rangers to get back in the race.Sponsor:Gametime: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook www.facebook.com/talkintexasrangersTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkintxrangersSupport the Show:Buy Me a Coffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/ttrangersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkin-texas-rangers/donations