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It’s Too Early to Worry About Rangers’ Joc Pederson Before Opening Day

All Texas Rangers fans want in 2026 is the Joc Pederson that excelled with the Arizona Diamondbacks back in 2024. Thus far in spring training, Rangers fans have not seen much of that out of the left-handed hitting designated hitter.

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Rangers’ Andrew McCutchen Turning Heads After Six Spring Training Games

It was fair to be skeptical of what Andrew McCutchen might bring to the Texas Rangers at 39 years old. It’s now fair to believe that McCutchen could be on Texas’ opening day roster when they head to Philadelphia for the opener on March 26.

Kumar Rocker News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 19

How Kumar Rocker Induced Swing and Miss in Final Rangers Spring Training Start

In what was his final start at spring training in Surprise, Ariz., Texas Rangers right-hander Kumar Rocker made his case to make the opening day starting rotation.

Caden Scarborough News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 19

Why This Rangers Top Prospect Isn’t Close—And Why That’s Okay

The Texas Rangers spent a lot of pitching prospect capital to try and improve the team for a potential playoff run last season that fell short. That allowed several pitchers to move up the pecking order in the organization.

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The 'Active 40-homer 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?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / March 19

2025 Season in Review: Robert Garcia

With the 2025 Texas Rangers season having come to an end, we shall be, over the course of the offseason, taking a look at every player who appeared in a major league game for the Texas Rangers in 2025.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Cameron Cauley News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 19

What Role Rangers Prospect Cameron Cauley Would Play if He's Actually Called Up

Cameron Cauley impressed the Texas Rangers this spring. Just not enough to keep him on the opening day roster. Given that Cauley has never played above Double-A, it would have been a huge leap for him to land a spot on the plane to Philadelphia for opening day on March 26.

Andrew McCutchen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19

Rangers’ Andrew McCutchen bashes his 1st home run with Texas

The Texas Rangers saw an encouraging spring training development Wednesday as Andrew McCutchen launched his first home run with the club. The veteran outfielder’s latest moment in Arizona added intrigue to his push for a roster spot and offered another reminder that his bat still carries impact.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 18

Rangers Post Complete Television Schedule with National, Local Games, Networks

The Texas Rangers’ 2026 broadcast schedule is finalized, with nearly all of their 162 games set for broadcast, beginning with opening day on March 26 at Philadelphia.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 18

Rangers' Biggest Takeaway From Spring Training is Major Development for 2026

Figuring out how to improve the Texas Rangers' offense may be the most important task for manager Skip Schumaker in year one. Despite holding the league's best team ERA in 2025, the Rangers missed the postseason because they failed to generate runs in important spots.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 18

This Veteran Could Be a Lock for the Rangers’ Opening Day Roster

The Texas Rangers' offseason might be one of the more underrated ones in all of Major League Baseball. While they did trade away a haul of prospects to acquire Mackenzie Gore from the Washington Nationals, they also made improvements offensively.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 18

Rangers' 2026 Spring Breakout Roster Loaded With Talent Ready To Shine

Stacked with exactly half of the organizational top 30 prospects, the Texas Rangers are eyeing revenge in the Spring Breakout game after tying with the Giants prospects 5-5 in the 2025 edition of this event.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / March 18

2025 Season in Review: Ezequiel Duran

Carter Baumler News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 18

Rangers Intrigued by Rule 5 Prospect but Questions Remain Late in Camp

One of the most intriguing decisions the Texas Rangers face is around reliever Carter Baumler. Ordinarily, the Rangers wouldn’t have to wring their hands over a pitcher that has never thrown about Double-A baseball, even when he’s had the kind of camp Baumler has.

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The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Evan Carter News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 17

Rangers Boss Assesses Evan Carter’s Spring Training Work in Key Areas

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter has earned praise for his approach at the plate during spring training, even if the statistics don’t look great. Entering Wednesday’s action, he is slashing .222/.353/.556 with two home runs and six RBI.

Cal Quantrill News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 17

Rangers Face Tougher Decision after Cal Quantrill’s WBC Performance

Players who have been participating in the World Baseball Classic have been making their way back to spring training, including Cal Quantrill. Quantrill,

Corey Seager News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 17

Rangers' Corey Seager Being Overlooked Heading Into the 2026 Season

The Texas Rangers' spring has exceeded expectations, with more wins than losses, and they are heading into a season poised for redemption. One player who has significantly contributed to their success is superstar shortstop Corey Seager.

Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / March 17

Top Texas Rangers Spring Training Storylines

The 2026 Texas Rangers spring training wraps up this weekend, but there are still some interesting storylines worth watching. After missing the playoffs for the last two years, the Rangers are focused on returning to postseason play.

Chris Young News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 17

What Texas Rangers GM Chris Young Is Telling Us—Without Saying It

The Texas Rangers will be heading home this weekend after they break camp in Surprise, Ariz., and prepare for two exhibition games at Globe Life Field.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / March 17

Tuesday Morning Texas Rangers Update

Good morning. Evan Grant offers up a few observations from camp as the Texas Rangers beat the Chicago White Sox in a Cactus League game yesterday. Kennedi Landry writes about president of baseball operations Chris Young speaking on how the roster is shaping up.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 16