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Zach Neto’s Two Homers Power Angels Over deGrom

5/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Zach Neto hit two home runs, including a leadoff off Jacob deGrom, as the Angels beat the Rangers 9-6 on May 23, 2026, in Anaheim.
Jacob deGrom allowed a first-inning homer and four runs in six innings, taking his second loss of the season.
Grayson Rodriguez earned his first win since July 31 2024, improving to 1-1 with five strikeouts despite a 17.18 ERA.

History

Historical Context

2004 saw the Boston Red Sox end an 86-year “Curse of the Bambino” by overturning a 0-3 ALCS deficit and beating the New York Yankees in the World Series, a turnaround driven by fresh arms such as Pedro Martínez and Curt Schilling. On May 23 2026 rookie Grayson Rodriguez earned his first win, echoing that 2004 reliance on young pitchers against veteran Jacob de Grom.

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Story summary

Zach Neto hit two home runs, including a leadoff off Jacob deGrom, as the Angels beat the Rangers 9-6 on May 23, 2026, in Anaheim.
Jacob deGrom allowed a first-inning homer and four runs in six innings, taking his second loss of the season.
Grayson Rodriguez earned his first win since July 31 2024, improving to 1-1 with five strikeouts despite a 17.18 ERA.

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