The Texas Rangers finally achieved their long-awaited dream of winning the World Series, as they unveiled a commemorative banner at Globe Life Field during their season opener against the Chicago Cubs. The historic achievement was celebrated with the dropping of the banner from the roof support high above right field, marking a milestone moment in the franchise’s 52-year history in Texas and 63rd overall.

Rangers manager Bruce Bochy expressed his gratitude to the fans for their support and urged the players to take it all in and savor the moment. Championship rings are set to be presented before the second game of the series on Saturday night, and this victory marks a significant achievement for the team that has come close to winning it all in 2010 and 2011 but fell short.

Texas’ pitcher Max Scherzer, who was on the Washington Nationals’ championship team in 2019, expressed his excitement about finally experiencing a celebration with fans after missing out on one due to COVID-19 restrictions last year. Meanwhile, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, who had won a World Series himself, admitted to feeling a pang of envy as he watched the ceremony unfold from the opposing dugout.