Santana shuts down Rangers

Ervin Santana was brilliant just when the Los Angeles Angels needed him to be, shutting down the Texas Rangers over eight innings in a 6-2 win on Saturday.

Santana only surrendered solo home runs to Michael Young and Nelson Cruz, striking out eight while allowing five hits to lower his ERA to 3.55 on the season. The win snapped a three-game skid for the Angels.

He was supported by Jeff Mathis’ third home run of the year and two RBI from newcomer Alberto Callaspo. Erick Aybar also collected three hits for the Angels, two more than any Ranger on the night. He helped chase Texas starter Scott Feldman, who lasted just 5 1/3 innings, giving up three runs on seven hits.

Cruz’ home run extended his career-best hitting streak to 13 games, and Young homered for the third consecutive game.

Sunday, July 25, 2010 at 1:05 pm by Raj Sethi

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