The Dallas Morning News
Texas Rangers designated hitter Prince Fielder strikes out during the second inning against the Seattle Mariners Saturday, September 19, 2015 at Globe Life Ballpark in Arlington, Texas. (G.J. McCarthy/The Dallas Morning News)
ARLINGTON - A few thoughts after Pittsburgh drubbed the Rangers' 9-1 Friday night in the opener of the interleague series that pits Jeff Banister against his old boss, Clint Hurdle:
-- Here's all you need to know about why Cole Hamels was successful last time out and why he wasn't on Friday: First-pitch strikes.