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Jake Burger stars as Rangers salvage win vs. Astros

Jake Burger produced a pair of extra-base hits, including a two-run double that ignited a five-run seventh inning, and Nathan Eovaldi twirled seven shutout innings as the visiting Texas Rangers averted a three-game series sweep with an 8-0 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday.

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Rangers SS Corey Seager (back) to undergo MRI exam

Texas Rangers star shortstop Corey Seager was out of the lineup again on Sunday and was sent to get an MRI exam on his ailing back. Seager's back prevented him from playing in Saturday's 4-1 loss against the host Houston Astros.

Texas Rangers News / Fights Around The World / May 17

Robert Garcia Weighs in on David Benavidez’s Controversial Elbow

David Benavidez’s (32-0, 26 KOs) apparent elbow shot that was only the beginning of an onslaught of punches that downed Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez (48-2, 30 KOs) on their Cinco De Mayo weekend showdown has been kicking up quite the storm.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / May 17

Minor league update for 5/16/26

Hickory starter A.J. Russell went 2.1 IP, allowing two runs, striking out two and walking one. Hector Osorio was 2 for 5 with a stolen base. Yolfran Castillo was 3 for 5 with a double and a stolen base.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / May 17

Texas Rangers lineup for May 17, 2026

Texas Rangers lineup for May 17, 2026 against the Houston Astros: starting pitchers are Nathan Eovaldi for the Rangers and Peter Lambert for the Astros.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / May 17

Sunday morning Rangers things

Good morning, folks… The Texas Rangers lost to the Houston Astros last night by a score of 4-1. Evan Grant says the Rangers’ offense is historically bad, though his math appears to be off in regards to the average number of runs the Rangers are scoring per game thusfar.

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / May 16

21-24 – Astros achieve liftoff against deGrom, Rangers fall 4-1

The Texas Rangers scored one while the Houston Astros scored four home runs. The Rangers had five more hits tonight than last night! Six hits! That’s pretty good.

Luis Curvelo News / Texas Rangers on SI / May 16

Injured Rangers Bullpen Trio Pitching Like They Need More Rehab Time

Luis Curvelo finally got his rehab assignment started for the Texas Rangers on Friday evening. Like other injured relievers, it was a tough start. Curvelo recorded just two outs in an appearance with Triple-A Round Rock, as he walked two.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Corey Seager News / Field Level Media / May 16

Slumping Corey Seager (back spasms) not in lineup vs. Astros

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager is not in Saturday's starting lineup against the Houston Astros, as he woke up with back spasms, according to manager Skip Schumaker.

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Josh Smith News / Field Level Media / May 16

Rangers 2B Josh Smith battling viral meningitis

Texas Rangers second baseman Josh Smith is undergoing treatment for viral meningitis at a Dallas-area hospital, the team announced. Smith, 28, started feeling ill this week and visited doctors on Wednesday.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / May 16

Saturday morning Rangers stuff

Good morning, LSB. The Rangers lost another frustrating one last night, falling 2-0 to the Astros. Evan Grant writes about Justin Foscue’s big mistake late that cost the Rangers a chance to tie.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / May 16

Minor league update for 5/15/26

Hickory starter Kamdyn Perry allowed a run in 4.2 IP, striking out six and walking one. Hector Osorio homered and drew a pair of walks. Dewar Tovar was 2 for 5 with a homer.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / May 16

Thoughts on a 2-0 Rangers loss

Astros 2, Rangers 0 Well, at least they didn’t get no hit. Still, an ignominious way to start the road trip, getting one-hit by the team with the worst pitching staff in baseball this year.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / May 16

Rangers Star’s Career-Worst Slump Comes as Team Needs Him Most

Currently sitting at 21-22 but just one game back in the American League West, the Texas Rangers have a major opportunity on their hands. Now, they just need one of their most important bats to wake up.

Josh Smith News / Texas Rangers on SI / May 15

Josh Smith’s Injury Situation Takes Serious Turn for Rangers

The Texas Rangers received some alarming news on Friday that goes far beyond the grass of the baseball field. Second baseman Josh Smith has been diagnosed with viral meningitis and is hospitalized.

Corey Seager News / Athlon Sports / May 15

Corey Seager Update Emerges After Removal From Rangers Lineup

The Texas Rangers are searching for offensive consistency throughout the start of the 2026 MLB season. Entering Friday at 21-22, the Rangers are still

Nathan Eovaldi News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14

Rangers’ Nathan Eovaldi dealing with injury uncertainty as possible next start draws near

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi was recently scratched from a start due to left-side tightness. Eovaldi is hoping to make his next start.

Nathan Eovaldi News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Rangers’ Nathan Eovaldi shares crucial injury update

The Texas Rangers have had an up and down 2026 season. They are currently 20-22 overall and in third place in the American League West standings. Starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi recently suffered an injury scare, however.

Josh Jung News / Just Baseball / May 13

A New Mindset Has Josh Jung Off to a Red-Hot Start

What a difference a year can make. Josh Jung went from an average yet frustrating season in 2025 to being one of the hottest hitters in baseball thus far in 2026.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / May 12

Rangers' Skip Schumaker Announces Brandon Nimmo Update After Leaving Diamondbacks Game

The Texas Rangers retooled their roster this past offseason, and one of their biggest moves was trading veteran second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets in exchange for Brandon Nimmo.

Nathan Eovaldi News / Athlon Sports / May 11

Rangers' Nathan Eovaldi Scratched From Start

This is far from good news for the Texas Rangers, who are 19-21 on the season, but only two games back of the Athletics in the American League West. Rangers right-handed starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi was scratched from his start on Monday due to left side tightness, per Kennedi Landry of MLB.com.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 6