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Rangers Prioritize Young Arms and Offensive Changes for 2026 Rebound

The Texas Rangers are hoping youth and change can fix what went wrong. Kennedi Landry, who covers the team for MLB.com, broke down their plan on MLB Tonight this week.

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Trade Deadline Deals Create Runway for Rangers Sleeper Pitching Prospect

The Texas Rangers went all-in on improving its pitching at the trade deadline and it cost them dearly in terms of pitching prospects. In came starter Merrill Kelly, along with relievers Phil Maton and Danny Coulombe.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 17

Three Rangers Prospects Stand Out in AL West Divisional Rankings

The Texas Rangers have a ton of veterans on their roster for the 2026 season, with Wyatt Langford and Evan Carter being the two youngest in the projected opening day batting lineup.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 17

Three Veteran Pitchers Rangers Should Consider Pursuing Before Spring Training

The Texas Rangers are now less than a month away from spring training and the organization believes it still needs some starting pitching. On paper, an opening day rotation looks like Jacob deGrom, Nathan Eovaldi, Jack Leiter, along with some combination of Jacob Latz, Kumar Rocker and Jose Corniell.

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The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

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The 'Active MLB doubles leaders' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 16

Rangers' Danny Jansen Reveals What Helped Him During Early Career Struggles

Texas Rangers catcher Danny Jansen struggled mightily at the plate early in his career, posting a .208 average through his first few seasons. The Wisconsin native recently opened up about what kept him in the majors during those difficult times.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 16

Rangers Ace Pitcher Takes Soaring Leap into Top 50 of Best MLB Players

Over the last few days, MLB Network has been rolling out its list of MLB's top 100 players entering the 2026 season. The Texas Rangers have had two representatives, with outfielder Wyatt Langford at the No.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 16

Rangers’ Newest Slugger Leads Players to Appear at Winter Warm-up Week

New Texas Rangers slugger Brandon Nimmo will be among the 13 players to appear during the franchise’s Winter Warm-up week from Jan. 19-25. The Winter Warm-up Week is the updated name for the traditional Rangers Winter Caravan and features six events around the Metroplex.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 15

Rangers Finalize 20-Player International Signing Class Headlined by Elian Rosario

The Texas Rangers signed 20 international prospects on Wednesday as the signing period opened, landing a top-10 talent for the fourth time in five years.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / January 15

Rosario leads Rangers IFA class

Today starts this year’s signing period for international free agents, and the Texas Rangers have inked a number of prospects to deals. The headliner for the class is 17 year old Dominican outfielder Elian Rosario.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 15

Rangers Biggest Remaining Roster Hole Could Be Filled By Veteran Free Agent Pitcher

Spring training is a month away for the Texas Rangers and the rest of MLB. It has been an offseason of change for the Rangers, who parted ways with manager Bruce Bochy and hired Skip Schumaker as his replacement.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 15

Rangers Superstar Duo Land Spots in MLB Top 100 Right Now Rankings

The Texas Rangers may have missed out on the playoffs for the second year straight since winning the World Series in 2023, but they still possess players who can help turn that around in 2026.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 15

2025 MLB Farm Review: Texas Rangers

Thanks to prospect graduations and other circumstances, the Rangers’ farm system isn’t one of the deeper ones in the Majors right now. However, there is still firepower, headlined by teenage sensation Sebastian Walcott.

Texas Rangers News / KO on SI / January 14

Robert Garcia, Paulie Malignaggi Say They've Heard Of Errol Spence's Return Fight

Legendary trainer Robert Garcia says that former welterweight world champion Errol Spence Jr. will return in 2026 against a fellow former world champion.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 14

Texas Rangers Dates for First Spring Training Workouts Set

Don't look now, but spring training is just around the corner in one month. The Texas Rangers are looking to have a bounce-back season in 2026, and the dates for pitchers and catchers, along with their position players' first workouts, have been set.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 14

Where Rangers’ Starting Pitching Depth Ranks in MLB Entering Spring Training

The Texas Rangers go into the 2026 campaign looking to repeat the success their pitching staff had last season. Despite finishing 81-81, the Rangers had a consistent rotation with a few blemishes from here and there.

Wyatt Langford News / Lone Star Ball / January 14

2025 Season in Review: Wyatt Langford

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.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 14

Rangers Bullpen Turnover, Weaknesses Threatens 2026 Playoff Hopes

ESPN's midwinter progress report for all 30 MLB clubs projects the Texas Rangers bullpen as baseball's worst unit heading into 2026. That distinction carries

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 13

Former Rangers Slugger Set to Play in World Baseball Classic for Mexico

The Texas Rangers don’t yet have a current player or minor league player committed to playing in the World Baseball Classic. But a former player from last year’s team will be in the event.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 13

Rangers Next Breakout Outfielder Could Emerge in 2026

The Texas Rangers have an improved lineup for the 2026 season ahead, led by veterans Corey Seager and newly acquired Brandon Nimmo. The Rangers are looking to finish over .500 and make the playoffs for the first time since their 2023 World Series championship victory.

Marcus Semien News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 13

Rangers Likely Banking on Two Rising Stars to Replace Marcus Semien

The Texas Rangers took a bold swing in the early stages of the offseason, trading veteran second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets in exchange for Brandon Nimmo.

Texas Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / January 12

Three free agents that the Rangers should pursue

The Rangers have made some moves, but there are still a number of free agents that can help out the team. They have made it a point to try to stay under the competitive balance tax, but barely went over it at $241 million. I have looked at free agents that are under $5 million per year.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 12