DeGrom threw 86 pitches through seven innings. Cowser hit deGrom's third pitch of the eighth to right field for a single, which led to a pitching change. deGrom, who improved to 4

When Jacob deGrom is at his best, the Texas Rangers believe he's the best pitcher on the planet. The two-time Cy Young Award winner certainly is looking like his old self. DeGrom flirted with a perfect game through six innings and a no-hitter through seven Wednesday night in another dominating performance in his return from Tommy John surgery in June 2023.

Three pitches into the eighth inning, Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser ended deGrom's outing and his bid at history. deGrom, in a jersey discolored by sweat, knew his night was over at 89 pitches.