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Guardians rookie OF Ingle loses track of outs, tosses ball into the stands to give Rangers lead
By Tom Withers, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· 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 The San Antonio
The mistake by Guardians rookie Cooper Ingle is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by young players adapting to the major leagues. For San Antonio baseball fans, Ingle's error may evoke memories of similar gaffes by local prospects who have risen through the ranks to play for top-tier teams. The fact that Ingle was making just his second major league start as an outfielder underscores the steep learning curve that rookies must navigate. As the baseball season heats up, local fans will be watching to see how Ingle and other young players bounce back from mistakes like this, and whether they can develop the poise and experience needed to compete at the highest level. With several top prospects emerging from the San Antonio area, Ingle's journey will be closely followed by local baseball enthusiasts.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
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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