Michael Bier

Tonight was the eighth time this season that Nathan Eovaldi began an outing with five shutout innings. That's tied for third-most in the American League, per Rangers PR. (📸: @Rangers)

Bruce Bochy said he hasn't spoken to Nathan Eovaldi about not being named an All-Star, but he was "stunned" it didn't happen.

Rangers the series opener against the Braves by a final of 8-3. They're 8-2 since their series with Houston prior to the break.

Josh Smith in some pain after this HBP. He's staying in the game.

Nathan Eovaldi's ERA is down to 1.50 after five innings of shutout ball to go along with seven strikeouts.

Corey Seager's walk in the fifth inning extended his on-base streak to 25 games.

This was an awesome battle between Ronald Acuña Jr. and Nathan Eovaldi.

💪 Peagle Power 💪

Sacrifice fly off the bat of Marcus Semien scores Sam Haggerty. Rangers up 1-0 three batters into the game.

All the best to former Ranger Jose Leclerc, who's set to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, as @MartinJGallegos reported.

Ronald Acuña Jr. is rocking some very colorful shoes.

Sam Haggerty back in the lineup after being activated from the IL.

Rangers transactions for Friday: -OF Sam Haggerty activated from 10-day Injured List. -INF Cody Freeman optioned to Round Rock (AAA).

Inside of my car might as well be microwave.

10-year-old Michael straight up asked Nolan Ryan how his meeting with Prince Fielder went during his free agency. I didn't understand the boldness of the question at the time. The late, great Richard Durrett mistakenly took me for a girl, but it's ok. I had really long hair back…

Congratulations to former Ranger Jesse Chavez!