The top of the American League West was all a mess during the regular season. All three teams, Texas Rangers, Oakland Athletics, and Los Angeles Angels, had a shot to make it into the playoffs. With explosive offenses like the Rangers and Angels, a battle toward the top was inevitable. Here are a few shots of this exciting game. Los Angeles Angels second baseman Howie Kendrick (47) forces out Texas Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler (5).
Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish (11) pitches.
Los Angeles Angels pitcher C.J. Wilson (33) pitches.
Los Angeles Angels second baseman Howie Kendrick (47) forces out Texas Rangers center fielder Craig Gentry (23) for a double play.
Texas Rangers center fielder Craig Gentry (23) grabs a potential home run for an out hit by Los Angeles Angels short stop Erick Aybar (not pictured).
Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish (11) pitches.
Los Angeles Angels pitcher C.J. Wilson (33) pitches.
Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols (5) slides into second off of an error by Texas Rangers first baseman Mike Napoli (not pictured).
Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout (27) reacts after stealing second base.
Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout (27) scores on Texas Rangers catcher Yorvit Torrealba (8) off of a sacrifice fly ball from Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Kendrys Morales (8).
Los Angeles Angels pitcher Ernesto Frieri (49) celebrates after the game.
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