The Rangers had a fantastic season - right up until the end. They lost the American League West on the final day of the season, so they were forced to play the one-game Wild Card playoff. And they lost. The Baltimore Orioles earned the right to move on into the Division Series. But looking back, the Rangers still had an impressive season considering some of the injuries. However, one of the key players these past two years for Texas, a player who battled through injuries this season, may not be back. Mike Napoli's status is uncertain in Texas as the catcher/DH heads into free agency.
According to T.R. Sullivan of MLB.com, the Rangers are in the market for a catcher. This does not necessarily mean they won't bring Napoli back, but the team has already considered what they would have to offer Napoli to get draft pick compensation if he signs elsewhere. Sullivan says the qualifying offer (as part of the new CBA) for Napoli would be $13.3 million for one year. Yet,...
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