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Hickory starter Aidan Deakins allowed four runs in 3.2 IP, striking out four and walking three. Jormy Nivar threw four shutout innings, striking out three and walking two.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 5

Thoughts on a 3-0 Rangers loss

Tigers 3, Rangers 0 That was not exciting. Or fun. Three hits, a walk, and an HBP. That was the extent of the runners on base that the Texas Rangers had.

Jacob Latz News / Lone Star Ball / July 4

Jacob Latz is an All Star

Texas Rangers reliever Jacob Latz has been named to the American League All Star team, it was announced today. He is the Lone Ranger representative. Earlier this year I said I would be surprised if Latz made the All Star team, something I based more on how players are selected and the overall numbers game rather than the merits of his case.

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MLB News / Sport Relay / July 4

Tigers Hand Rangers a Dud on Independence Day

ARLINGTON, Texas (July 4) — The Texas Rangers’ bats ran out of black powder on the Fourth of July as they dropped one to the Detroit Tigers, 3–0. The big firecracker came from Tigers outfielder Riley Greene, who hit a two-run home run in the first inning that helped knot this three-game set up.

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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.

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / July 4

45-44 – Rangers extend vacation, lose 3-0 to Tigers

The Texas Rangers didn’t score while the Detroit Tigers scored three runs. The Rangers had their first day off in over two weeks yesterday and all it seemed to accomplish was cooling them off.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Rangers set new world record with 600 gallons of beer

The Texas Rangers (45-43) have more to celebrate than just their first-place standing in the American League West this Fourth of July. They are now the proud owners of a Guinness World Record, and it is a doozy.

Texas Rangers News / ESPN / July 4

Junis (hip) to IL as part of Rangers bullpen moves...

The Texas Rangers have swapped right-handed relievers on the 15-day injured list.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 4

Rangers Know Stakes High in Wyatt Langford, Corey Seager Injury Recoveries

ARLINGTON — The deeper the Texas Rangers get into this season the higher the stakes get. That’s why losing Wyatt Langford and Corey Seager hurts. The pair are on the injured list — Langford with a left hamstring strain and Seager with lower back inflammation.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / July 4

Rangers activate RHP Chris Martin, place RHP Jakob Junis on IL

The Texas Rangers activated right-hander Chris Martin from the injured list on Saturday and placed right-hander Jakob Junis on the IL retroactive to Wednesday.

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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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Rangers lose pitcher to IL before Tigers game

The Texas Rangers placed right-hander Jakob Junis on the 15-day injured list with a right hip impingement before Saturday’s game against the Detroit Tigers, dealing another setback to an already-thin bullpen.

Jalen Beeks News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4

Jalen Beeks To Undergo Season-Ending Flexor Tendon Surgery

Rangers left-hander Jalen Beeks will undergo surgery to repair a flexor tendon strain, according to Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News. The news

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Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 4

Texas Rangers lineup for July 4, 2026

Texas Rangers lineup for July 4, 2026 against the Detroit Tigers: starting pitchers are Cal Quantrill for the Rangers and Jack Flaherty for the Tigers: After the rare Friday scheduled off day, the Rangers return to action this afternoon in game two of their series against the Tigers.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

1 massive MLB trade deadline mistake Rangers must avoid making

As the Texas Rangers sit atop the AL West and ride a 7-1 stretch over their last eight games, their recent surge should change their trade deadline posture.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 4

Minor league update for 7/3/26

Hickory starter Daniel Keaney went 4.2 IP, allowing four runs, striking out three and walking two. Aneudis Mejia walked two in two shutout innings. Marcos Torres entered the game for Paulino Santana after Santana was hit by a pitch and went 1 for 2 with a double and a stolen base.

Jack Flaherty News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 4

Three Rangers Matchups That Matter in Lineup Against Tigers, Jack Flaherty

The Texas Rangers needed a day off. They really needed it. After 15 games in 15 days, after 17 separate transactions and after winning 10 games in 15 tries, the Rangers (45-43) have some semblance of control in the American League West, though the Seattle Mariners have been hugging their bumper for a week.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4

Rangers Re-Sign Jarred Kelenic, Joe Ross To Minor League Deals

The Rangers brought back right-hander Joe Ross and outfielder Jarred Kelenic on minor league contracts, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction tracker.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 3

Aidan Curry Hits Strikeout Milestone in Latest Rangers Minor League Start

Aidan Curry isn’t a Texas Rangers Top 30 prospect. But the 23-year-old is rising the ranks all the same. The latest hint came earlier this week in his sixth start for Double-A Frisco after he was promoted just before the end of May.

Luis Arraez News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 3

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3