Kumar Rocker achieved his first major league win on April 17, 2025, helping the Texas Rangers defeat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 and complete a three-game sweep.

In this game, Rocker, who was drafted third overall by the Rangers in 2022, allowed three runs on five hits while striking out a career-high eight batters and pitching a career-best seven innings.

Manager Bruce Bochy praised Rocker's improved command, particularly of his slider, which was key to his success, and expressed confidence in his potential as a dominant major league pitcher.

Rocker credited catcher Kyle Higashioka for calling a strong game that helped him keep Angels batters off balance throughout the match.

A pivotal moment in the game was Rocker's strikeout of Mike Trout with runners on first and second in the fifth inning, preserving a 4-3 lead for the Rangers.

Leody Taveras contributed significantly with a two-run double, while Adolis García hit his 15th career home run against the Angels.

Robert Garcia secured his first major league save, contributing to the Rangers' victory and extending their home winning streak to nine games.

The Angels' recent struggles were compounded by their challenging schedule, having played 15 of their first 18 games on the road, the most since the 1957 Chicago Cubs.

Rocker's recent performance may have been crucial for securing his position in the rotation, especially with the anticipated return of teammate Jack Leiter from the injured list.

Before this win, Rocker struggled in his first two outings this season, giving up six runs in three innings against the Cincinnati Reds and four runs in 3 1/3 innings against the Seattle Mariners.

With this victory, Manager Bruce Bochy achieved his 2,183rd career win, tying him with Dusty Baker for seventh place in MLB history for managerial victories.

Additionally, Corey Seager made history by hitting his 100th home run with the Texas Rangers during the match.