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Rangers Make Roster Moves, Claim Two Players Off Waivers From Division Rival

The Texas Rangers are in for an important offseason this winter following another missed playoff berth, as they have a lot of work to do to get back into contention and prove they remain one of the better teams in the division.

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Rangers claim Willie MacIver, Michel Otanez from Athletics

The Rangers announced that they have claimed catcher Willie MacIver and right-hander Michel Otanez from the Athletics. Additionally, Texas has outrighted outfielders Dustin Harris and Billy McKinney.

Adolis Garcia News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 5

Why Rangers Slugger Makes Sense as Potential Trade Target for Small-Market Teams

The Texas Rangers have made the case that they intend to get younger and cheaper for 2026, though it’s not clear how that might happen. It means that any player over the age of 30 with a significant salary could be on the trade block this offseason if they’re under contract.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 5

Three Hitters for Rangers to Pursue During Free Agency This Offseason

On one hand, the Texas Rangers have a large core offensive players returning for the 2026 season. On the other hand, that may not be a good thing. The Rangers slashed .263/.337/.452 with a .790 OPS with 233 home runs and 845 RBI in 2023 on their way to winning the World Series.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 4

Rangers’ Tony Beasley Releases Heartfelt Statement on Departure

The Texas Rangers have been busy making groundbreaking moves this offseason. One move after another keeps coming from the franchise. Between the promotion of Skip Schumaker, and numerous front office departures, the Rangers have a lot of tasks on their hands.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 4

Former Hitting Coach of Division Rival Expected to Get Hired by Rangers

This has been an offseason of change for the Texas Rangers. Coming off missing the playoffs for two straight years following the franchise's first-ever World Series championship in 2023, it was announced that future Hall of Fame manager Bruce Bochy would not be back next season with Skip Schumaker taking over for him.

Jake Burger News / Lone Star Ball / November 4

2025 Season in Review: Jake Burger

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 / November 4

Three Relief Pitchers for Rangers to Pursue During Free Agency

The Texas Rangers already have several pieces of last year’s bullpen under contract or team control for 2026. That includes Robert Garcia, Cole Winn, Luis Curvelo, Jacob Latz, Josh Sborz and Jose Corniell.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / November 3

Reviewing the Rule 5 eligibles

With the Dodgers having finished off the Blue Jays in an appropriately epic Game 7 to conclude one of the all time great World Series, the offseason is officially here and underway.

Mitch Garver News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Mitch Garver becomes free agent after lackluster season with Mariners

Catcher Mitch Garver is headed into free agency after his mutual option with the Mariners was declined, according to an announcement by the Major League Baseball Players Association on Monday.

Marcus Semien News / Lone Star Ball / November 3

Marcus Semien, Gold Glove winner

Congratulations to Marcus Semien, who is the 2025 Gold Glove winner in the American League at second base. it is the second time that Semien has won the award, having also won it previously in 2021 with the Toronto Blue Jays.

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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 / November 3

Rangers Fans Likely Won't Enjoy This Way-Too-Early Playoff Prediction

The past two years for the Texas Rangers have been disastrous. With a payroll as high as theirs and with a roster as stacked as they have, not making the playoffs each of the past two seasons following winning the World Series in 2023 is unacceptable.

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Marcus Semien News / Sport Relay / November 2

Marcus Semien Wins AL Gold Glove at Second Base

Marcus Semien, of the Texas Rangers, has won the Gold Glove Award at second base for the American League. The announcement was made by Rawlings Sunday in a televised show on ESPN. The Rawlings Gold Gloves are presented for defensive excellence each year.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 2

Tony Beasley, Bret Boone expected to leave Rangers’ coaching staff

Veteran pitching coach Mike Maddux has already left the Rangers to become the Angels’ new pitching coach, and now some other members of the Texas staff are on the way out.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 2

Rangers Longtime Third-Base Coach Will Not Return in 2026

The Texas Rangers are going to have a new-looking coaching staff in 2026. Early in the offseason, the club announced Skip Schumaker would become the 21st full-time manger in franchise history.

Jake Burger News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 2

Rangers Star Jake Burger Explains How He's Going to Turn Things Around in 2026

Last offseason, the Texas Rangers made a headline-grabbing trade when they acquired slugger Jake Burger from the Miami Marlins. At the time, the move was seen as a potential gamechanger.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 1

After Mike Maddux’s Exit, Who Steps In to Lead the Rangers’ Pitching Staff?

The Texas Rangers lost a key member of their coaching staff. On Friday, Jeff Wilson of DLLS Sports reported that pitching coach Mike Maddux was departing from the organization, and taking the same role with the Los Angeles Angels.

Wyatt Langford News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 1

How Wyatt Langford is Becoming the Face of Texas Rangers’ Next Era

Just two short years ago, the Texas Rangers heisted the World Series trophy high above their heads. After a storybook season in 2023, who could imagine the spotlight of such a talented team would shift to a 23-year-old sophomore player?

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 1

Futures of Remaining Rangers Coaches 'Remains Unclear' After Maddux Departure

If there was one coach the Texas Rangers should have done everything in their power to keep following the managerial change earlier in the offseason, that would have been pitching coach Mike Maddux.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 31

Pitching coach leaving Jacob deGrom, Rangers for AL West rival

Mike Maddux has been a key part of the Texas Rangers during the most important moments in the franchise’s history, but he is ready for a fresh start in his career.

MLB News / Field Level Media / October 31

Pitching coach Mike Maddux leaving Rangers for Angels

Pitching coach Mike Maddux is leaving the Texas Rangers and reportedly taking the same role with the Los Angeles Angels. Maddux, 64, coached with the Rangers from 2009-15 before returning in 2023 to join then-skipper Bruce Bochy's staff.

Tyler Mahle News / Just Baseball / October 31

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Tyler Mahle

Tyler Mahle‘s career is a difficult one to describe. He’s been labeled a top prospect, a breakout candidate, injury-prone, and, most recently, excellent.

Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / October 29

Six Takeaways From the Texas Rangers’ 2025 Season

The Texas Rangers’ 2025 season was a disappointment. In a year that saw the team lead the league in several pitching and defensive categories, the Rangers managed to finish with only an 81-81 record, missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year.

Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / October 17