Texas put runners on base throughout the game but struggled to come up with timely hits, continuing an inconsistent stretch offensively. Trout’s blast helped the Angels create separation before their bullpen closed out the series-clinching win.

The Rangers will try to avoid a sweep in Sunday’s finale. Los Angeles is expected to start left-hander Reid Detmers, while Texas had not announced a starter.

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Despite the result, Dallas capped off another milestone campaign, becoming one of only two clubs in the league to reach the postseason in consecutive seasons.

Lexington controlled possession for much of the match and capitalized on its opportunities, finishing with seven shots on target. Dallas matched Lexington with 13 total shots and generated five attempts on frame, but could not break through offensively.

Goalkeeper Tyler McCamey delivered a strong performance in her postseason debut, recording five saves to keep Dallas within striking distance. McCamey closed the season with 51 saves and three clean sheets across 15 regular-season appearances.

Head coach Nathan Thackeray said halftime adjustments helped Dallas regain momentum after Lexington seized control early.

“We had to make some tweaks at halftime,” Thackeray said. “We tried to push our line a bit higher defensively, which led to more takeaways for us. After their second goal, I thought we played quite well and created some good scoring chances. Overall, it felt like a pretty even game.”

Dallas showed resilience late, spending extended stretches in Lexington’s half while searching for a breakthrough goal, but the top-seeded hosts held firm defensively to secure a spot in the championship match.

The semifinal also marked a memorable moment for defender Lauren Lapomarda, a Prosper, Texas native and former Texas standout, who made her club debut as a late substitute after not appearing during the regular season.

In total, 16 players saw action for Dallas in the season-ending match.

Forward Bethany Bos reflected on the club’s perseverance throughout an injury-filled season that tested the squad’s depth.

“I’m really proud of our group,” Bos said. “We dealt with a lot of injuries, and people had to step into different roles throughout the season. Even with those challenges, making the playoffs and getting this far says a lot about the character of this team.”

Though the season ended one step short of the championship match, Dallas once again established itself as one of the league’s consistent contenders heading into the future.

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Dallas converted two penalty kicks in the same half for the first time in franchise history and leaned on a determined defensive effort to secure the result. The win also marked the club’s first triumph in Colorado since October 2014 and its first stretch of three consecutive road wins since 2005.

Forward Logan Farrington stayed in top form, netting his sixth goal of the season, while winger Santiago Moreno added his second score of the 2026 campaign to help Dallas continue its climb in the Western Conference standings.

Despite missing leading contributors Petar Musa and Deedson due to international duty, Dallas found enough composure and resilience to grind out the result under pressure. Colorado pushed numbers forward throughout the night, but Dallas repeatedly turned away dangerous chances in the box.

Head coach Eric Quill praised his squad’s mentality and defensive commitment after the match.

“We found a way, and these guys dug deep,” Quill said. “I’m really proud of their mentality to fight and scrap. The backline handled so many dangerous crosses tonight, and the guys stayed locked in defensively from start to finish.”

Defenders Sebastien Ibeagha and Shaq Moore, along with Sam Sarver and Ran Binyamin, played key roles in helping Dallas withstand Colorado’s late pressure. Nolan Norris also provided a spark off the bench in the closing stages.

The night added another milestone moment for the club, as it was also announced that the Sweden men’s national team will use FC Dallas Stadium in Frisco as its base camp during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Dallas now heads into the FIFA World Cup break before returning to league action on July 22 against the Portland Timbers. The matchup opens a demanding stretch of seven consecutive road matches for FC Dallas.

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Awak Kuier led the Wings with a career-high 16 points on a perfect 6-for-6 shooting performance, including 2-for-2 from beyond the arc. Jessica Shepard added a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds, while Odyssey Sims scored 14 points and dished out five assists.

Paige Bueckers finished with a team-high seven assists as Dallas recorded 21 assists for the fourth straight game. Azzi Fudd added seven points and a career-high three blocks as the Wings matched a season high with eight blocks.

Dallas dropped to 3-3 on the season and wraps up its road trip Sunday against the New York Liberty.

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Shepard finished with 18 points, 10 rebounds and a career-high 12 assists as Dallas improved to 3-2 with its second straight victory. Paige Bueckers scored a game-high 24 points, while Arike Ogunbowale added a season-high 23, including four 3-pointers.

Dallas shot 50 percent from the field and outrebounded Chicago 36-30. Azzi Fudd chipped in 12 points off the bench.

Kamilla Cardoso scored 24 points for the Sky, who dropped to 3-2 on the season.

The Wings continue their road trip Friday against the Atlanta Dream.

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Texas battled back after trailing late, tying the game before Jung’s clutch hit completed the comeback. The Rangers bullpen held Colorado in check down the stretch, giving the offense a chance to respond in the final innings.

The win capped another gritty comeback effort for Texas as the club continued to find production late in games.

Up next, the Rangers close out the series Thursday with Jack Leiter (1-4, 4.35 ERA) scheduled to face Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland (1-5, 7.22 ERA).

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Flagg received first-team votes on all 100 ballots from a global media panel, becoming the second-youngest player in NBA history to earn the honor behind LeBron James.

The reigning Rookie of the Year averaged 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists in 70 starts for Dallas while leading the team in points, rebounds, assists and steals. Flagg joins Michael Jordan as the only rookies in NBA history to lead their team in all four categories.

He also became the first Mavericks player to earn All-Rookie honors before turning 20 and joins Jason Kidd and Luka Dončić among Dallas players to earn unanimous All-Rookie First Team recognition.

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Rocker kept Colorado’s lineup quiet from the start, pounding the strike zone and limiting scoring chances throughout his appearance. Brandon Nimmo sparked the offense with a home run as Texas built an early lead and never looked back.

The Rangers’ lineup stayed aggressive at the plate, combining timely hitting with strong pitching in the shutout victory. Texas controlled the game on both sides from the opening inning to the final out.

Up Next:
The Rangers will send RHP Jack Leiter (1-4, 4.35 ERA) to the mound Wednesday against Rockies LHP Kyle Freeland (1-5, 7.22 ERA) in the series finale.

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Kidd leaves Dallas after four seasons that included a trip to the NBA Finals and multiple playoff appearances. Mavericks President Masai Ujiri thanked Kidd for his leadership and professionalism during his time with the organization.

The Mavericks said the franchise will immediately begin a comprehensive search for its next head coach as the team enters a pivotal offseason.

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Paige Bueckers led Dallas with 18 points and seven assists, extending her streak of games with at least 15 points and two assists to nine. She also knocked down a season-high four three-pointers.

Arike Ogunbowale added 16 points and three steals, while Jessica Shepard recorded a double-double with 12 points, 16 rebounds and six assists.

Rookie Azzi Fudd scored a career-high 12 points off the bench, and Maddy Siegrist finished with 10 points.

Dallas shot 45.8 percent from three-point range and finished with a season-high 30 assists in the win.

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