"I think as we look forward, we'll start to see more of those outings in which he's pitching more effectively than maybe some of those other hiccups."
Prior to Saturday, Bibee had received one or zero runs of support in 10 of his first 13 starts of the 2026 season, according to reports.
"I've said this in the past. I don't have any control over it.
All I can do is go out there, try to throw up some zeros and whatever happens, happens," said Tanner Bibee.
Leiter took the loss for Texas after allowing five earned runs on six hits and three walks across 4.2 innings, lowering the Rangers' record to 31-33.
"We never worry about José, because he's one swing away," said Stephen Vogt.
Tim Herrin pitched a scoreless ninth inning to complete the combined shutout. The three-game series concludes Sunday at 1:35 p.
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m. CDT with Cleveland left-hander Joey Cantillo scheduled to face Texas right-hander Jacob deGrom.