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Texas Rangers Dates for First Spring Training Workouts Set

Don't look now, but spring training is just around the corner in one month. The Texas Rangers are looking to have a bounce-back season in 2026, and the dates for pitchers and catchers, along with their position players' first workouts, have been set.

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Where Rangers’ Starting Pitching Depth Ranks in MLB Entering Spring Training

The Texas Rangers go into the 2026 campaign looking to repeat the success their pitching staff had last season. Despite finishing 81-81, the Rangers had a consistent rotation with a few blemishes from here and there.

Wyatt Langford News / Lone Star Ball / January 14

2025 Season in Review: Wyatt Langford

With the 2025 Texas Rangers season having come to an end, we shall be, over the course of the offseason, taking a look at every player who appeared in a major league game for the Texas Rangers in 2025.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 14

Rangers Bullpen Turnover, Weaknesses Threatens 2026 Playoff Hopes

ESPN's midwinter progress report for all 30 MLB clubs projects the Texas Rangers bullpen as baseball's worst unit heading into 2026. That distinction carries

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 13

Former Rangers Slugger Set to Play in World Baseball Classic for Mexico

The Texas Rangers don’t yet have a current player or minor league player committed to playing in the World Baseball Classic. But a former player from last year’s team will be in the event.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 13

Rangers Next Breakout Outfielder Could Emerge in 2026

The Texas Rangers have an improved lineup for the 2026 season ahead, led by veterans Corey Seager and newly acquired Brandon Nimmo. The Rangers are looking to finish over .500 and make the playoffs for the first time since their 2023 World Series championship victory.

Marcus Semien News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 13

Rangers Likely Banking on Two Rising Stars to Replace Marcus Semien

The Texas Rangers took a bold swing in the early stages of the offseason, trading veteran second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets in exchange for Brandon Nimmo.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 12

Two Arms the Texas Rangers Should Pursue in Free Agency

The Texas Rangers have made some moves this offseason in hopes of getting back to the playoffs. The biggest move comes in the form of trading away Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for Brandon Nimmo, bolstering their lineup with another veteran presence.

Texas Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / January 12

Three free agents that the Rangers should pursue

The Rangers have made some moves, but there are still a number of free agents that can help out the team. They have made it a point to try to stay under the competitive balance tax, but barely went over it at $241 million. I have looked at free agents that are under $5 million per year.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 12

Rangers Shifting Focus To Pitching With Spring Training Closing In

The Texas Rangers have been active this offseason. The Rangers' biggest move was trading for Brandon Nimmo. It meant losing Marcus Semien, but it was a price Texas was willing to pay.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 12

Rangers Focused On Pitching, Unlikely To Pursue Additional Bats

It’s been a relatively active offseason for the Rangers. That’s not true to the same extent as their infamous half-billion dollar offseason that saw them

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 12

Texas Rangers Counting on Bounce-Back Seasons From These Two Key Players

The Texas Rangers need 2026 to be the season they put the pieces back together. After winning the World Series in 2023, the Rangers have yet to find their way back to the promised land, despite investing in several All-Star caliber players.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / January 12

2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings — Final Results

Congratulations to Cam Cauley, who was voted the #20 prospect in the 2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings, getting a little under a third of the vote.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 12

Three Rangers Options That Could Emerge as Reliable Closer in 2026

The Texas Rangers have faced significant losses in the bullpen this offseason. Major contributors like Shawn Armstrong, Hoby Milner, Phil Maton and others have found new homes, leaving the bullpen depleted.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 11

Rangers Ace Jacob deGrom Could Achieve This Rare Feat in 2026

The Texas Rangers got a healthy season from star starting pitcher Jacob deGrom in 2025, something that was seen as a key toward getting the team back into the mix to make a deep playoff run.

Sebastian Walcott News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 11

This Intriguing Young Rangers Prospect Set up for 2026 Breakout

The Texas Rangers farm system is full of young talent. Prospects such as Sebastian Walcott, Gavin Fien, and Caden Scarborough have been some of the notable names under 21-years-old towards the top of the Rangers' prospect rankings.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 11

Rangers Bolster Bullpen With Multiple New Arms Ahead of 2026 Season

The Texas Rangers have had a pretty interesting 2025-2026 offseason so far, with a few positive moves, but also some crucial losses. Much of their bullpen from the previous year has been pillaged by other teams, as they now will have work to do to build it back up once again.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 10

Rangers Rising Young Star Tabbed Organization's Top Homegrown Talent

Just over a month away from spring training, rosters are not completely finalized for some teams. One of those teams is the Texas Rangers. They could use another starting pitcher as well as another bat in a lineup that needs to be more productive in 2026 if they are going to compete in what is turning into a loaded American League West.

Anthony Veneziano News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 10

Rangers Release Anthony Veneziano

The Rangers announced that Anthony Veneziano has been released from his minor league contract so that the southpaw can pursue an opportunity with an Asian

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 10

Will Rangers Offense Be Enough in Loaded 2026 AL Field?

President of baseball operations Chris Young spoke with the media on Friday regarding the state of the team as spring training quickly approaches. As reported by Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News, Young said the Rangers feel "pretty good" about where the position player side of the roster stands with a month until camp.