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Three Critical Rangers Matchups as Lineup Set for Nationals Series Opener

The American League wild card race could be one for the history books and the Texas Rangers are one of seven different players for the prize. Yes, that's right, entering Tuesday's action there are seven teams within two games of the final wild card berth in the American League.

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Jansen activated, Wynns DFA’d

Texas Rangers catcher Danny Jansen has been activated from the 60 day injured list, the team announced today. To make room for him on the active roster, the Rangers have designated catcher Austin Wynns for assignment, leaving 39 players on the 40 man roster.

Sebastian Walcott News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 18

Why Rangers Shouldn’t be Tempted to Call up Sebastian Walcott

The Texas Rangers didn't add any hitting at the deadline. President of baseball operations Chris Young either chose to stand pat or couldn't find the deal he was looking for.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

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Luis Curvelo News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Rangers Outright Luis Curvelo

The Rangers have sent right-hander Luis Curvelo outright to Triple-A Round Rock, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 18

Rangers-Nationals Series: Preview, Starting Pitchers, Injured List

The Texas Rangers returned from their seven-game road trip with a 2-5 record and absolutely no ground lost in their race to try and win the American League West.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 18

Rangers Reacts Results: Third Starter

The Texas Rangers, despite their sub-.500 record, continue to be in the Wild Card race, and are currently tied with Detroit and Baltimore for the third Wild Card spot, as well as being just two games out in the American League West.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 18

Rangers Star Two-Way Prospects Heading for Promotion to Hickory

When the Arizona Complex League ends in late July, teams like the Texas Rangers must make decisions about what to do with those prospects. Some stay behind for extended work at the Surprise, Ariz., complex.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 18

Tuesday Morning Texas Rangers Update

Good morning. Shocking I know, but it appears not many were eager to write about the Texas Rangers on a day off following a horrific road trip. Jeff Wilson writes that despite the horrors out West, the Rangers somehow return home still in contention for a playoff spot.

David Davalillo News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 17

Is Rangers Propsect David Davalillo Poised to Make MLB Debut Soon?

Just two months ago the Texas Rangers sent top pitching prospect David Davalillo to the Arizona Complex League to work some things out. Consider them worked out.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 17

Rangers need wins over visiting Nationals to boost wild-card chances

After enduring a 2-5 road trip, the Texas Rangers are eager to turn things around when they open a three-game series against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night in Arlington, Texas.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 17

What Texas Rangers Could Do Next with Three Injured Veterans

The Texas Rangers are coming off a disappointing road trip but at least they get a day off on Monday. That allows them to rest up and get ready for six games at home against teams that have losing records, the Washington Nationals and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

David Davalillo News / Lone Star Ball / August 17

Davalillo named PCL Pitcher of the Week

Texas Rangers righthanded pitcher David Davalillo has been named the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week for the week of August 11-16, it was announced today.

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The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

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Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 16

Texas Rangers lineup for August 16, 2026

Texas Rangers lineup for August 16, 2026 against the A’s: starting pitchers are Cody Bradford for the Rangers and Jacob Lopez for the Rangers. Texas will try to make a disappointing road trip a little less disappointing this afternoon.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 16

How the Rangers Can Turn an August Skid Into a Playoff Push

Heading into the week, the Texas Rangers were gifted a favorable slate against the Los Angeles Angels and the Athletics. There was an opportunity to pull ahead in the American League wild-card standings.

Jakob Junis News / Field Level Media / August 15

Rangers activate RHP Jakob Junis from injured list

The Texas Rangers activated right-hander Jakob Junis from the 15-day injured list Saturday, bringing back one of their most reliable bullpen arms before their game against the Athletics.

Nathan Eovaldi News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 15

Texas Rangers’ Nathan Eovaldi Making Progress, Still Has No Date To Throw

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi has made progress with the right posterior elbow inflammation that put him on the injured list, but the club does not have a date for him to play catch.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 15

3 players who will make or break Rangers’ chances of winning AL West

The Texas Rangers enter Saturday at 60-63, three games behind the 63-60 Houston Astros with 39 games remaining. The Astros won the season series 9-4 and hold the head-to-head tiebreaker.

Jonah Bride News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14

Rangers Outright Jonah Bride

Infielder/outfielder Jonah Bride went unclaimed after recently being designated for assignment by the Rangers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Round Rock, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com.

Texas Rangers News / Viral Sports News / August 13

Texas Rangers Part Ways With 5-Year MLB Veteran

The Texas Rangers designated infielder Jonah Bride for assignment this week, just two days after selecting his contract from Triple-A Round Rock. The move

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / August 13

5 Greatest Texas Rangers Pitchers of All Time

While the list of the five greatest Texas Rangers hitters is replete with big-time talent, Rangers pitchers haven’t had the same amount of success over the years.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / August 13

5 Greatest Texas Rangers Hitters of All Time

The list of great Texas Rangers hitters runs long and deep, especially for a team that’s only existed since 1972 and has only been a decent franchise for about half of that time.

Joc Pederson News / Yardbarker / August 12

Joc Pederson's latest leadoff HR moves him closer to Rangers' record

Doing what he does best, Joc Pederson opened up the Texas Rangers' Tuesday night matchup with the Los Angeles Angels by blasting a home run.

Angels star Mike Trout's latest HR demonstrates consistency in career

Angels' firing of pitching coach Mike Maddux may be Pirates' gain

Two-time All-Star, former batting champion announces retirement

The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11

Rangers Select Jarred Kelenic, Designate Jonah Bride For Assignment

The Rangers announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Jarred Kelenic. In a corresponding move, infielder Jonah Bride has been designated for assignment.

Mike Trout News / Yardbarker / August 11

Angels star Mike Trout's latest HR demonstrates consistency in career

In the midst of another tough season for the Los Angeles Angels, Mike Trout has still continuously provided reminders of his greatness.

Mike Trout accidentally hosted the worst team bonding event ever

Two-time All-Star, former batting champion announces retirement

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

Nathan Eovaldi News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Rangers Place Nathan Eovaldi on IL With Elbow Injury

The Texas Rangers' starting rotation has taken a huge hit. The Rangers announced on Monday that they're placing right-hander Nathan Eovaldi on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to August 9) due to right elbow posterior inflammation.