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Texas Rangers’ AL West Odds Completely Flip With 6 Games Left

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers are -156 favorites to win the American League West on FanDuel Sportsbook, with the Houston Astros listed at +134 on Tuesday.

Dylan Dreiling News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 22

Why Rangers Prospect Dylan Dreiling Should Get Shot at MLB Job in 2027

The hardest part of projecting which prospects could reach the Majors in 2027 is considering whether there will be an MLB season in 2027. Right now, MLB owners and the MLB Players’ Association are at odds over a new collective bargaining agreement.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 22

Tuesday Morning Texas Rangers Update

Good morning. Kennedi Landry writes that should the Texas Rangers reach the postseason, Jack Leiter might be ready as one final reinforcement. Evan Grant writes that Ezequiel Duran has made a name for himself as The Solution for the Rangers after identifying the problem.

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Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 22

Texas Rangers Playoff Picture: AL West Lead, Wild Card Race And Final 6 Games

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers have six games left in the regular season and a one-game lead in the American League West, and none of those games come against the Houston Astros.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 22

Chris Young Raves About Josh Jung After 47-Game Rangers Absence

ARLINGTON, Texas — Josh Jung has dialed in his approach at the plate and his pregame work, Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young said Monday.

Jack Leiter News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 21

Where Does Jack Leiter Fit if Rangers Win AL West, Make Playoffs?

No potential playoff team is going to turn down healthy pitching. The Texas Rangers are no exception. As the Rangers (78-78) prepare to host the New York Mets and welcome home former second baseman Marcus Semien on Tuesday, they’re still working through whether Jack Leiter can help them.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 21

Texas Rangers Refuse To Shut Down Injured Slugger With 6 Games Left

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers have kept Joc Pederson off the injured list in hopes he can contribute before the regular season ends, even if only in the final game.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 21

Texas Rangers Leave Door Open For Key Pitcher To Return In Playoffs

ARLINGTON, Texas — Cal Quantrill will not pitch again in the regular season because of a right lat strain. Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young said Monday he would not rule the right-hander out for the playoffs.

Chris Young News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 21

Rangers President Makes Feelings Clear With AL West Title Within Reach

ARLINGTON, Texas — With six games left and a one-game lead in the American League West, Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young said Monday the club should go take the division rather than wait on it.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 21

How Rangers Should Set Starting Rotation for Final Playoff Push

The margins are small for the Texas Rangers. But at least the margins are in their favor for the first time in nearly two months. The Rangers (78-78) have a one-game lead over the Houston Astros with six games remaining.

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Cal Quantrill News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 21

Why Rangers Were Right to IL Cal Quantrill and What Happens Next

Is there a circumstance under which the Texas Rangers might have given pitcher Cal Quantrill a few days to respond to treatment for injury before putting him on the injured list?

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 21

Texas Rangers Set Rotation For Mets Series Opener With 6 Games Left

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers announced MacKenzie Gore as their starter for Tuesday night’s series opener against the New York Mets at Globe Life Field, with left-hander Sean Manaea going for New York.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 21

On the final six games of the season

The Texas Rangers enter the final week of the 2026 regular season in first place in the American League West with a 78-78 record, one game up on the Houston Astros.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 21

Monday Morning Texas Rangers Update

Good morning. Shawn McFarland writes that the patchwork pitching for the Texas Rangers finally came undone in the series finale loss to Toronto on Sunday.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 21

Rangers Magic Number Countdown to Playoff Berth Hits Final Week

The Texas Rangers could have taken control of the American League West on Sunday. But the Toronto Blue Jays proved uncooperative. The Blue Jays won the game, 7-2.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 21

Jacob deGrom Has Rough Day, But Rangers Avoid Bigger AL West Damage

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers lost 7-2 to the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday at Globe Life Field and kept their one-game lead in the American League West.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 20

Thoughts on a 7-2 Rangers loss

Blue Jays 7, Rangers 2 I regret to inform you that there was no sweep of Toronto this weekend. Herbie had to remain in hibernation. I’d be more upset about

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / September 20

78-78 – Rangers greet .500 like an old friend with 7-2 loss to Toronto

The Texas Rangers scored two runs but the Toronto Blue Jays scored seven runs. After winning several games where it appeared as though the Rangers weren’t exactly the favorites, today The Shed dwellers had the opportunity to sweep Toronto with their remaining best pitcher Jacob deGrom on the mound versus a bullpen game for the Blue Jays.

Cal Quantrill News / Field Level Media / September 20