Texas Rangers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 20

63-65 – Ninth inning outburst helps Rangers halt skid in KC

The Texas Rangers scored six runs while the Kansas City Royals scored three runs. With Bruce Bochy off handling personal matters, the Rangers elevated bench coach Luis Urueta to manager for the evening.

Bruce Bochy News / ESPN / August 20

Rangers' Bochy to miss game for personal matter

Rangers manager Bruce Bochy will miss Wednesday's game against the Kansas City Royals while tending to a personal matter.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 20

Rangers Falling Further and Further Behind in the Race to Postseason

Two weeks ago the Texas Rangers were right where they needed to be in the wild card race. They had just taken down the New York Yankees who, at the time, were the bottom spot for the American League wild card.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 20

Rangers Star Prospect May Need Swing Adjustment To Unlock Raw Power Potential

The Texas Rangers are heading toward what looks like it will be another disappointing season despite entering the campaign with such high expectations.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 20

Minor league update for 8/19/25

Hickory starter Enrique Segura allowed five runs in five innings, striking out five and allowing a homer. Kyle Larsen struck out three in two shutout innings.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 20

Thoughts on a 5-2 Rangers loss

Royals 5, Rangers 2 Oh, hey, a solid starting effort going to waste because the offense isn’t productive. That’s a new one. A whopping four hits. You know what’s funny is, Merrill Kelly only allowed two hits in this game.

Jacob deGrom News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

Rangers to skip Jacob deGrom's next scheduled start

Manager Bruce Bochy noted that deGrom has already visited team physician Dr. Keith Meister and been cleared of injury.

Josh Jung News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 19

Rangers Boss Explains Why Josh Jung Has Been Benched

It's no secret at this point that the Texas Rangers have struggled this season. While their starting rotation has been the best in the MLB, the offense is been unable to find their groove.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Rangers Announce Jacob deGrom News After Leaving Blue Jays Game Early

The Texas Rangers have slipped to 62–64 on the season after losing eight of the team’s last ten games. The Rangers are looking to return to the postseason for the first time since they captured the World Series title in 2023.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 19

Rangers Ace Jacob deGrom Will Miss His Next Start Because of Shoulder Issue

The Texas Rangers are on the ropes when it comes to their playoff lives. Ahead of the trade deadline, it looked like they had finally figured it out, with the offense coming to life to provide a boost for a pitching staff that has largely been carrying the load for the entirety of the season.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19

Rangers’ Jacob deGrom to skip start due to shoulder soreness

With less than 30 games left in their season, every game counts for the Texas Rangers. Rangers president Chris Young decided to go all-in at the trade deadline to give Bruce Bochy a chance to make a run.

Jake Burger News / Field Level Media / August 18

Rangers' Jake Burger heads to IL for third time in 2025

The Texas Rangers placed Jake Burger on the 10-day injured list on Monday, a day after the infielder suffered a left wrist sprain against Toronto. Burger, 29, will make his third trip to the IL over the past two months.

Texas Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / August 18

A Series of Moves Signal How Rangers Season May Go Forward

The Texas Rangers made a series of roster moves before their game against the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. Gray is dealing with thoracic outlet syndrome.

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Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / August 17

Rangers crush 4 HRs, Nathan Eovaldi shines in win over Blue Jays

Nathan Eovaldi pitched seven strong innings and the Texas Rangers clubbed four home runs Sunday afternoon in a 10-4 victory over the host Toronto Blue Jays.

Jon Gray News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17

Rangers insider makes retirement prediction for World Series champ after injury

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jon Gray is dealing with an illness this season, that may end his campaign. One team insider thinks that Gray may also be done with baseball, following this ailment.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Jon Gray placed on IL with thoracic outlet syndrome

Righty Jon Gray has been placed on the 15-day injured list, according to an announcement from the Rangers earlier this morning. A diagnosis wasn’t announced

Joc Pederson News / Athlon Sports / August 17

Joc Pederson Update Surfaces After Removal From Rangers' Lineup

The Texas Rangers have lost four consecutive games and now face an uphill battle toward making the postseason with a 61–63 record, sitting 5.5 games out of a playoff spot.

Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / August 17

Texas Rangers’ Backs Are Against the Wall

Over the past six weeks, the Texas Rangers have played themselves into, and nearly out of, the middle of the AL playoff race. The past home stand started with great gusto, only to fall flat, dropping the team back to 61-61 on the season.

Jon Gray News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 16

Jon Gray facing uncertain future after going unclaimed on waivers

Rangers righty Jon Gray went unclaimed on waivers.

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Marcus Semien News / Athlon Sports / August 16

Marcus Semien News Surfaces After Removal From Rangers Lineup

As the Texas Rangers continue to fall out of contention in the AL West, news broke that doesn't bode well for the team. Marcus Semien was hit by a pitch in the team's 6-5 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday.

Texas Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / August 15

Rangers Offense Comes to Life Amid Rough Streak

The Texas Rangers’ offense has struggled for most of the year, but they flipped the script against the Arizona Diamondbacks earlier this week. On Monday, they went down big and came back to win 7-6 in 10 innings.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14

Red Sox should consider adding former World Series champion 1B

A former World Series champion suddenly became available on Thursday and could be a formidable platoon partner in Boston.

Nationals shockingly designate former World Series champ for assignment

Nationals DFA 1B Nathaniel Lowe, activate OF Dylan Crews from IL

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Adolis Garcia News / Field Level Media / August 13

Rangers place Adolis Garcia on IL with ankle injury

Adolis Garcia was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a sprained left ankle and the Texas Rangers activated fellow outfielder Evan Carter before the finale of their home series with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 12