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Skip Schumaker Reveals Rangers’ Plan For José Soriano After Chasing Dylan Cease

ARLINGTON, Texas — José Soriano still throws 97 mph with a runner and a sinker, Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said Saturday. Keeping the ball off the ground and avoiding double plays will be key against the Toronto Blue Jays right-hander.

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Texas Rangers May Be Close To Getting Key Bullpen Arm Back For Playoff Push

ARLINGTON, Texas — Peyton Gray threw 20 pitches Saturday, and his velocity was exactly where it was before he got hurt, Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 19

Rangers Haven’t Seen Saturday’s Starter Throw With Real Intent Since Back Scare

ARLINGTON, Texas — Cal Quantrill starts for the Texas Rangers against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday at 6:05 p.m. CT. He will be pitching six days after his back tightened in Arizona.

Skip Schumaker News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 19

One Rangers Pitcher Just Gave Skip Schumaker Something He Desperately Needed

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers and Houston Astros are tied for first place in the American League West at 77-77 with eight games left. On Friday night, Texas beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-1 at Globe Life Field, while Houston lost 6-2 to the Atlanta Braves at Daikin Park.

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Sebastian Walcott News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 19

Rangers' Top Prospect Sebastian Walcott Moves One Step Closer to Majors

The Texas Rangers are set to test their No. 1 prospect at the highest level of the minor leagues before the end of the 2026 season. Infielder Sebastian Walcott, MLB Pipeline's No.

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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.

MLB News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 19

Blue Jays Change Course Before Rangers Finale With Wild Card Race Tightening

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Toronto Blue Jays will throw a bullpen day built around right-hander Spencer Arrighetti against the Texas Rangers in Sunday’s series finale at Globe Life Field, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet reported Saturday.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 19

Rangers Make Another Bullpen Change With AL West Race Down To Final Days

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers recalled left-hander Adam Macko from Triple-A Round Rock on Saturday and placed right-hander Michel Otañez on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Friday.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 19

Otanez to the i.l., Macko recalled

The Texas Rangers have placed Michel Otanez on the 15 day injured list with a viral illness, the team announced today. To take his place on the active roster, the Rangers have recalled lefthanded pitcher Adam Macko.

MacKenzie Gore News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 19

MacKenzie Gore drops big injury update as Rangers look to win AL West

The Texas Rangers have a chance to win the American League West this season, despite having a mediocre year. Rangers pitcher MacKenzie Gore looks to help his team as the season nears its end.

Corey Seager News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 19

Texas Rangers Make Notable Corey Seager Change Before Blue Jays Game

ARLINGTON, Texas — Corey Seager is the designated hitter for the Texas Rangers against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday night, according to the club’s lineup card.

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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 / Lone Star Ball / September 19

Texas Rangers lineup for September 19, 2026

Texas Rangers lineup for September 19, 2026 against the Toronto Blue Jays: starting pitchers are Cal Quantrill for the Rangers and Jose Soriano for the Jays.

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Cal Quantrill News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 19

Rangers Set Lineup Behind Cal Quantrill in Saturday Showdown with Blue Jays

Stop me if you've heard this before. The Texas Rangers have a chance to take the lead in the American League West. For the second time this week, the Rangers (77-77) enter action tied with the Houston Astros for the lead in the AL West.

Michel Otanez News / Lone Star Ball / September 19

Rangers add Otanez, option Ahlstrom

The Texas Rangers purchased the contract of righthanded pitcher Michel Otanez prior to Friday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays. To make room for Otanez on the active roster, the Rangers optioned lefthanded pitcher Robbie Ahlstrom to AAA Round Rock.

Trevor Williams News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 19

Trevor Williams Make Rangers’ Faith in Him Worth it Against Blue Jays

Trevor Williams is still on the Texas Rangers’ roster. He just reminded everyone of that fact on Friday night. The veteran starter and reliever hadn't pitched in nearly 10 days when he took the mound for the sixth inning of what became the Rangers 7-1 victory over the Blue Jays.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 19

Minor league update for 9/18/26

Frisco fell to Amarillo by a score of 8-7 in the decisive Game Three of the Texas League Division Series, bringing the Roughriders’ season to an end. Frisco starter Blake Townsend allowed six runs in the first while not recording an out, and two more runs were scored by Amarillo off of Bryan Magdaleno in the ninth.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 19

Saturday morning Rangers stuff

Good morning, LSB. Thee Rangers beat the Blue Jays yesterday, 7-1. Evan Grant writes about the Zombie Rangers who you thought were dead a week ago but they’re still hungry for brains (wins).

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / September 19

Rangers, in thick of playoff hunt, strive to take series from contending Jays

After winning the opener of a key three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Texas Rangers have strengthened their position in the playoff race.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 19

Thoughts on a 7-1 Rangers win

Rangers 7, Blue Jays 1 Kumar Rocker outduels Dylan Cease, just as we all expected. We were all worried that we’d end up watching a lot of Trevor Williams in this game.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 19

Rangers, Astros Can’t Quit Each Other in Tight AL West Race

The Texas Rangers needed a win on Friday night and then they needed help from the Atlanta Braves. It was just another night in the race to win the American League West.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 19

Texas Rangers Get Massive Break In Playoff Race After Routing Blue Jays

ARLINGTON, Texas — Corey Seager doubled home a run to finish a four-run second inning Friday night, and Trevor Williams threw 4 scoreless innings out of the bullpen to close it out.

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White Sox's playoff hopes hanging by a thread after collapse against Tigers

The Chicago White Sox blew an 8-2 lead in an 11-8 loss to the Detroit Tigers in the second of a four-game series on Friday night. With the loss, the White Sox fell one game behind the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Central.

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