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Guardians rookie Cooper Ingle loses track of outs, tosses ball into the stands to give Rangers lead
By Tom Withers, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 1, 2026
· 4 min read
Rookies are prone to mistakes. Cooper Ingle made a big one he may never forget.Cleveland's left fielder lost track of the number of outs in the seventh inning and threw the ball into the stands, allowing the Texas Rangers to score the go-ahead run in a 4-2 victory over the Guardians on Tuesday ni...
Key takeaway Cleveland's left fielder lost track of the number of outs in the seventh inning and threw the ball into the stands, allowing the Texas Rangers to score the go-ahead run in a 4-2 victory over the Guardians on Tuesday night.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The mistake made by Cooper Ingle, a rookie outfielder for the Cleveland Guardians, may have given the Texas Rangers the lead, but it's also a reminder that even in professional sports, mistakes can happen to anyone. For Magnolia residents who follow the Guardians, this game is a tough loss, especially given the team's efforts to stay competitive in their division. The support shown by Ingle's teammates, including catcher Austin Hedges, demonstrates the camaraderie that exists within the team, and it will be interesting to see how Ingle bounces back from this mistake in future games. As the season progresses, Magnolia fans will be watching to see if the Guardians can regain their footing and make a push for the playoffs, despite setbacks like this one. The team's ability to learn from mistakes and move forward will be crucial in determining their success.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Rookies are prone to mistakes. Cooper Ingle made a big one he may never forget.Cleveland's left fielder lost track of the number of outs in the seventh inning and threw the ball into the stands, allowing the Texas Rangers to score the go-ahead run in a 4-2 victory over the Guardians on Tuesday ni...
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