Texas Rangers' Andruw Jones (left) celebrates with teammate Hank Blalock after Blalock's two-run homer in the fourth inning.
Tommy Hunter earned his first career victory on his 23rd birthday, Hank Blalock homered and the Texas Rangers won their third in a row, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 Friday night. Hunter allowed three hits and struck out five in 5 1/3 innings to help slow down baseball's top-scoring offense. Blog: Texas Rangers Buy:Rangers gear | Tickets