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Why The Rangers Should — and Shouldn’t — Trade for Luis Arraez

The Texas Rangers stand at the top of the American League West on a rare Friday off. They had to work hard to get there. The Rangers just wrapped up a 15-game stretch in which they went 10-5 without a day off and that put them in position to be buyers at the trade deadline.

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Jordan Montgomery’s Rehab Progress Matters More to Rangers Than Numbers

For the first time since his injury rehab assignment began, Texas Rangers left-hander Jordan Montgomery pitched at Triple-A Round Rock. For the first time since his injury rehab assignment began, Montgomery gave up some real damage.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Lone Star Ball / July 3

Ross, Kelenic, Paddack clear waivers, elect free agency

Pitchers Joe Ross and Chris Paddack and outfielder Jarred Kelenic, all of whom were designated for assignment several days ago, have all cleared waivers and become free agents.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Andrew McCutchen News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

Braves Sign Andrew McCutchen To Minor League Deal

Veteran bat Andrew McCutchen is heading to the Braves on a minor league agreement, according to multiple reports, including from Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / July 3

Andrew McCutchen signs minor-league deal with Braves

The 39-year-old is a former NL MVP and five-time All-Star who spent 12 seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates across two separate stints.

Braves' leaky bullpen cause for concern entering series vs. Mets

Cardinals score 7 in 7th, hand sliding Braves another loss

Time for Atlanta Braves to end the Ha-Seong Kim experiment

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 3

Friday morning Rangers things

Good morning, LSB. The Rangers beat the Tigers last night, 10-4. Shawn McFarland says the Rangers finish their 15-games-in-15-days stretch by winning 10 of them.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 3

Thoughts on a 10-4 Rangers win

Rangers 10, Tigers 4 Really? This lineup was the one to score doubt digit runs for the first time since June 7? This lineup being one that featured just

Jacob Latz News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 3

Rangers History Says Jacob Latz’s All-Star Game Case Already Made

Jacob Latz had an incredible June for the Texas Rangers. All one needs to do is look at the numbers. The members of the media that cover the team did and selected him the Rangers player of the month and it was an easy call.

Texas Rangers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3

Andrew McCutchen signs with a top MLB contender

Andrew McCutchen still has a chance of getting that first ring. The veteran MLB outfielder McCutchen has signed a deal with the Atlanta Braves, per local Georgia writer Bill Shanks.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Mullets, maul laws and a special trophy lift - Joe McCarthy's world

The 25-year-old lock has been playing some of his best rugby this season.

MLB News / Sport Relay / July 3

Rangers Take Series Opener From Tigers

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers opened a long nine-game homestand with a 10–4 victory over the Detroit Tigers Thursday night. One of their many highlights was a solo home run by Elias Diaz in the second inning.

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Texas Rangers News / Bleacher Report / July 3

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Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 2

45-43 – Rangers can rest following 10-4 win over Tigers

The Texas Rangers scored ten runs while the Detroit Tigers scored four runs. With one out in the bottom of the fourth in tonight’s game, the Rangers collected their first hit with RISP on the night despite several lengthy rallies in the early innings.

Brandon Nimmo News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 2

Why Rangers Slugger Brandon Nimmo May Not Need Injured List Stint

ARLINGTON — Thursday was a day of checking boxes for Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo. Two days after receiving a cortisone injection in his left shoulder, he was set to go through some light hitting and fielder as he attempts to play this weekend after suffering a sprained A/C joint in the shoulder on Sunday in Toronto.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 2

Jarred Kelenic, Joe Ross, Chris Paddack elect free agency from Rangers

Veteran right-handed pitchers Joe Ross and Chris Paddack and outfielder Jarred Kelenic all rejected outright assignments by the Texas Rangers and became free agents on Thursday.

Jacob Latz News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Rangers Make Jacob Latz Announcement Before Tigers Game

Jacob Latz is more than just a closer for the Texas Rangers; he is the team's "fireman," a relief pitcher built for any situation. Latz is currently sporting a 1.71 ERA.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 2

Jarred Kelenic, Joe Ross, Chris Paddack Elect Free Agency

Outfielder Jarred Kelenic and right-handers Joe Ross and Chris Paddack all cleared waivers following their recent DFAs with the Rangers, per a club announcement.

Ben Peoples News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 2

Rangers Select Ben Peoples

The Rangers announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Ben Peoples. Fellow righty Winston Santos has been optioned to Triple-A Round Rock to open an active roster spot.

Framber Valdez News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 2

Matchups That Matter as Rangers Set Lineup for Framber Valdez, Tigers

The Texas Rangers can’t get away from Framber Valdez, even if he is not with the Houston Astros anymore. The left-hander will face the Rangers (44-43), who share the lead in the American League West with the Seattle Mariners, as they host the Detroit Tigers in the first game of a nine-game homestand to close out the first half of the season.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1