Leody Taveras showcased an impressive performance against left-handed pitchers in the Texas Rangers' dominant 15-2 victory over the Athletics, achieving his first three-hit game of the season. The 26-year-old center fielder reached base thrice via hits against lefties Jacob Lopez and Hogan Harris, highlighting his ability to perform against southpaw pitchers.

Manager Bruce Bochy praised Taveras's at-bats, indicating a significant boost in confidence for the young player. Taveras, with a career .233 batting average versus left-handers, is now hitting .308 against them this season. His performance is pivotal as the Rangers aim for offensive consistency, making it a vital aspect for fantasy sports managers to consider.