Rangers History Today: A Look Back at Henneman s Year in Texas
Mike Hennemen spent just one season with the Rangers, but the closer made an indelible impact during a special season.
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Mike Hennemen spent just one season with the Rangers, but the closer made an indelible impact during a special season.
On this date in Texas Rangers history, Mike Henneman continued what would be the best season of his career as a Major League closer with a save against the Milwaukee Brewers.
On June 3, 1996, Henneman threw 1/3 inning of scoreless relief, giving up one hit to help the Rangers secure a 9-6 win over the Brewers at Milwaukee’s County Stadium. The save was Henneman’s 16th of the season and helped starter Bobby Witt secure his fourth win of the year..
On this date, pitcher Dave Stewart won a game for the Rangers, which was rare during his time in Texas. He had to get away from Arlington to become the great pitcher he was known to be in Oakland.