Former Yankees, Rangers All-Star Mark Teixeira wins U.S. House seat in Texas

• 1 min read Getty Images Former Major League Baseball star Mark Teixeira is headed to Capitol Hill after winning the election for the United States House of Representatives seat in Texas' 21st district on Tuesday. Teixeira, the Republican candidate, beat Democrat Kristin Hook, a former federal scientist. Teixeira will now take over the seat vacated by Republican Chip Roy, who didn't seek re-election. "Together, we can build a better future for our families, our neighbors, and every community across Texas 21," Teixeira said in a statement. "I'm excited to get to work. I will be praying for all of...