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Travis Jankowski Hopes to Unlock Speed out of Young Rangers Slugger

Having played for the Texas Rangers for two seasons, many of the players that Travis Jankowski played with in 2023-24 are still with the team. Now a first base coach on new manager Skip Schumaker’s staff, it makes sense that in addition to coaching first base the veteran outfielder will probably work with the Rangers’ outfielders on defense, too.

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Rangers Boss Confirms Which Rising Prospect Will Miss All of Next Season

The Texas Rangers are in an interesting position when it comes to both this upcoming offseason and the 2026 season. Following a year in which they missed the postseason, they need to continue to build their roster and improve upon what was a somewhat disappointing 2025.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 16

Rangers Face Huge Decisions on Top Prospects as Rule 5 Draft Deadline Looms

Talent development is not linear in Major League Baseball. The Texas Rangers know that all too well. That’s what makes the upcoming Rule 5 draft deadline so important for the future of a club that wants to get younger and less expensive in the coming years.

Wyatt Langford News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 16

Rangers Wyatt Langford Could be Due Huge MVP Level Jump Next Season

The Texas Rangers may be looking to shake up their outfield in 2026. Evan Carter dealt with injuries once again, and Adolis Garcia regressed further last year.

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Travis Jankowski News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 15

Why Travis Jankowski Chose Rangers Coaching Staff Over Playing Career

For Travis Jankowski, the text message was a bit out of blue. But, then again, he and Skip Schumaker go way back. The former Texas Rangers outfielder played with Schumaker, now the Rangers’ manager, when the pair were in San Diego in 2016.

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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 15

Rangers' Former Third Base Coach Tony Beasley Officially Hired by Pirates

Once the Texas Rangers announced that esteemed third base coach Tony Beasley would be leaving the franchise, the Rangers' community experienced a wide array of emotions.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 15

Why Rangers Elevated Jordan Tiegs to Replace Mike Maddux as Pitching Coach

After taking over for Bruce Bochy, new Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker went to work on putting together his staff. He spent most of October talking to players, current coaches and potential future coaches.

Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / November 15

Rangers president Chris Young 'open-minded' about roster change, pinpoints team's 'priority'

Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young made it clear during the recent Major League Baseball General Manager meetings in Las Vegas that the unexpected could be expected in the Lone Star State.

Why Kyle Tucker would be a great fit with the Blue Jays

Report: Cubs expect one outcome with Tucker’s free agency

Could 'skew' of Red Sox roster make chase for Alex Bregman more critical?

Three landing spots for Framber Valdez

Three trade chips for the Yankees

Sebastian Walcott News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 15

Rangers’ Sebastian Walcott Stands Alone on MLB’s Top 100 Prospects List

The Texas Rangers have a special talent waiting in the wings in Sebastian Walcott. The 19-year-old has had a meteoric rise through the minor leagues. He reached High-A at age 17 and reached Double-A in 2024.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 14

MLB Writer Drops Shocking Ranking for Rangers as Free Agent Destination

There have already been some big offseason changes for the Texas Rangers this offseason. Bruce Bochy and the organization agreed to mutually part ways following the 2025 season.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 14

Rangers GM Says Franchise Not Actively Shopping Superstar Infielders in Trade

The Texas Rangers front office was in Las Vegas for this week’s MLB general managers meetings and no big moves were made. Typically, the GM meetings are not when big contracts or trades are made.

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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.

Chris Young News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 14

Rangers Boss Chris Young Puts Number on Payroll Cut for 2026 Season

Since Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young talked to the media in October, the talk has been about trimming payroll. Young said during his end-of-year press conference that the franchise was looking to get younger and less expensive.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 14

Ranking Rangers Five Best Draft Picks Outside First Round in Franchise History

Great teams are not built by first-round draft picks alone. The Texas Rangers can attest to that. While most of their first-round picks made it to the Majors, not all of them did.

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Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / November 14

Friday morning Rangers things

Good morning, LSB. On MLB Awards night, Jacob deGrom was named AL Comeback Player of the Year. Shawn McFarland writes about Travis Jankowski signing on as the Rangers first base coach already with the respect of the players — including the ones who took his job.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 14

deGrom, Acuna Jr. named MLB Comeback Players of the Year

Jacob deGrom, Ronald Acuna Jr. named MLB Comeback Players of the Year

Major League Baseball conducted its award ceremony, revealing a handful of honors that are not decided by the writers.

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Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Rangers Announce Jacob deGrom News After 12th Season

Texas Rangers right-handed pitcher Jacob deGrom has had one of the best starting pitcher careers in MLB history. In 12 years in the majors, deGrom has a 96-65 record in 248 starts with a 2.57 ERA and a 5.37 strikeout-to-walk ratio, which is an all-time major-league record.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 13

Rangers Star Jacob deGrom Wins AL Comeback Player of the Year

The Texas Rangers were ecstatic to sign two-time Cy Young Award winner during free agency following the 2022 season, but injuries have dogged this ace since then, until now.

Nathan Eovaldi News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 13

Did Rangers’ Nathan Eovaldi Have a Chance To Win His First Cy Young This Year?

The 2025 American League Cy Young Award winner came as no surprise, Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal. Skubal had another phenomenal season but for the Texas Rangers' organization it was hard to see one of their own not named as a finalist let alone the victor, Nathan Eovaldi.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 13

Rangers Give Jordan Tiegs Shot to Succeed Mike Maddux as Pitching Coach

All new Texas Rangers coach Jordan Tiegs has to do is replace one of the best pitching coaches in recent memory in Mike Maddux. That’s all. The Rangers announced their 2026 coaching staff under new manager Skip Schumaker and Tiegs, who was the team’s bullpen coach a year ago, was promoted to pitching coach.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 13

The Perfect Rangers Off-Season Signing Has Never Played in the MLB

The Texas Rangers didn't have the 2025 season they envisioned when the year began; in fact, it was the total opposite of their expectations, just two years removed from winning their first World Series in 2023.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13

Jeff McNeil underwent thoracic outlet procedure

Mets infielder Jeff McNeil underwent a procedure to address thoracic outlet syndrome following the season, agent Garrett Parcell of Paragon Sports International tells Joel Sherman of the New York Post.

Travis Jankowski News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Rangers hire Travis Jankowski as first base coach

The Rangers announced a few coaching staff hirings Wednesday afternoon. Most notably, they’ve named Travis Jankowski their first base coach. That suggests the 34-year-old is retiring after a playing career that spanned parts of 11 big league campaigns.

Corey Seager News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 11

Rangers rumors: Payroll cuts coming, but will they trade Corey Seager, Jacob deGrom?

The Texas Rangers appear poised to cut payroll this offseason and are facing questions about potential trades involving their biggest stars. But industry sources suggest key veterans such as shortstop Corey Seager and right-handers Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi are unlikely to be moved.

Merrill Kelly News / Just Baseball / November 6

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Merrill Kelly

For the first time in his MLB career, Merrill Kelly will be testing the free-agent market this offseason. The dependable, middle-of-the-rotation veteran is sure to draw the attention of many teams.