In an exciting matchup on Wednesday night, Texas Rangers left-hander Patrick Corbin earned his first victory of the season, showcasing his skills against the Los Angeles Angels. The game finished with a score of 3-1 in favor of the Rangers, a result that was uncertain up until shortly before the first pitch.

Corbin's participation in the game was in doubt due to an unusual incident just days prior. Just two days before his start, Corbin suffered a mysterious bite on his foot, which he described as causing significant swelling and discomfort. They said something bit me, but I still don't know what it was, Corbin shared with reporters after the game. I've never had anything like that. It was super weird. This unexpected condition raised concerns about his ability to pitch, with Rangers manager Bruce Bochy stating that it was 50/50 whether Corbin would take the mound.

By the morning of the game, Corbin noticed that the swelling around the bite mark had increased significantly, leading him to question his readiness. It was really bad in the morning, Corbin reflected. Just a really swollen foot. ... I wasn't sure if I was going to throw that morning. My wife was really concerned. I came in early [Wednesday] to get some treatment going and [went] from there. Nevertheless, after receiving treatment and wrapping his ankle, he felt that he could proceed with his scheduled start.

During the game, Corbin performed impressively, allowing only one run over the course of 5 innings while striking out six batters. His performance not only secured the win for the Rangers but also demonstrated his resilience in overcoming the challenges he faced leading up to the game. Despite still feeling some soreness in his ankle the following day, Corbin expressed confidence that he would not need to miss any additional games. I was fortunate to get through yesterday, he said. I have some time to recover and be good to go.

This victory marks a promising start to Corbin's season, as he looks to build on his performance. Now in his 13th season in the league and a two-time All-Star, Corbin joined the Rangers earlier this year on a one-year deal. After this game, he sits at 1-0 with a 3.86 ERA across two starts, demonstrating the potential for a strong season ahead.