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MacKenzie Gore Starts Sharp, Then Allows Two Runs in Rangers Spring Debut

MacKenzie Gore Starts Sharp, Then Allows Two Runs in Rangers Spring Debut

The Texas Rangers finally got a look at their new rotation staple in game action as MacKenzie Gore made his spring training debut on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies.

Brandon Nimmo News / Athlon Sports / February 22
Brandon Nimmo Drops 'Weird' Admission After Rangers-Mets Trade

Brandon Nimmo Drops 'Weird' Admission After Rangers-Mets Trade

The Texas Rangers traded Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for Brandon Nimmo this past offseason. It was a surprising deal, as both Semien and Nimmo had played pivotal roles for their teams over the years.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 22
Rangers Boss Sees Players’ Pride in Playing in WBC as Winter Olympics End

Rangers Boss Sees Players’ Pride in Playing in WBC as Winter Olympics End

SURPRISE, Ariz. —  To be clear, the World Baseball Classic is not the Winter Olympics, but it’s as close as baseball gets. Sunday morning saw many Texas Rangers watching the gold medal game between the U.S.

MacKenzie Gore News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 22
Rangers Post Lineup as MacKenzie Gore Makes Spring Training Debut vs. Rockies

Rangers Post Lineup as MacKenzie Gore Makes Spring Training Debut vs. Rockies

SURPRISE, Ariz. —  The Texas Rangers will head to Mesa, Ariz., to face the Chicago Cubs in their first spring training road game on Saturday. The contest will be played at Billy Parker Stadium at the team's spring training facility.

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Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / February 22

Sunday morning Rangers things

Good morning, folks… Shawn MacFarland offers up Three Observations from the Texas Rangers’ win over the Chicago Cubs yesterday. Kumar Rocker, who started yesterday’s game for Texas, is looking to show the organization this spring what he worked on in the offseason.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

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 / Texas Rangers on SI / February 22
Rangers Are Telling Us Plenty About Their Pitching Plans Without Saying It

Rangers Are Telling Us Plenty About Their Pitching Plans Without Saying It

SURPRISE, Ariz. —  The Texas Rangers have had their pitchers at their spring training facility for nearly two weeks. So far, the vibes have been good. Nearly 40 pitchers are in camp and while the rotation is nearly set and several relievers are on solid ground, there are plenty of ways the remaining spots can go.

Kumar Rocker News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 21
How Each Rangers Reliever Fared in Spring Training Victory over Cubs

How Each Rangers Reliever Fared in Spring Training Victory over Cubs

MESA, Ariz. — The attention was on Kumar Rocker, who made his first start for the Texas Rangers in spring training. But several relievers came in after him.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 21
Three Takeaways from Rangers’ Spring Training Victory Over Cubs

Three Takeaways from Rangers’ Spring Training Victory Over Cubs

MESA, Ariz. — The Texas Rangers claimed their first spring training win of 2026 with a. 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. The Rangers (1-1) didn’t bring their expected starters for opening day to their first road game of the spring slate.

MacKenzie Gore News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 21
Rangers Set MacKenzie Gore’s First Spring Training Start vs. Rockies

Rangers Set MacKenzie Gore’s First Spring Training Start vs. Rockies

The Texas Rangers will start their biggest offseason pitching acquisition in Sunday’s spring training game against the Colorado Rockies in Surprise, Ariz.

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Rangers INF Cody Freeman (back) out 4-6 weeks

Rangers INF Cody Freeman (back) out 4-6 weeks

Texas Rangers infielder Cody Freeman will be sidelined at least four-to-six weeks with a fracture in his lower back, manager Skip Schumaker announced on Saturday.

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Kumar Rocker News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 21
Rangers to Start Kumar Rocker vs. Cubs, Reveal Lineup for Spring Training Game

Rangers to Start Kumar Rocker vs. Cubs, Reveal Lineup for Spring Training Game

SURPRISE, Ariz. —  The Texas Rangers will head to Mesa, Ariz., to face the Chicago Cubs in their first spring training road game on Saturday. The contest will be played at Sloan Park at the Cubs’ spring training facility.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / February 21

Saturday morning Rangers stuff

Good morning, LSB. The Texas Rangers played a baseball game yesterday. (: And lost. ): Jeff Wilson has some highlights from the Rangers’ spring training opener against the Royals.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 21
What We’re Actually Learning from Rangers Pitchers and Catchers

What We’re Actually Learning from Rangers Pitchers and Catchers

SURPRISE, Ariz. — Now that the exhibition game schedule has started, the Texas Rangers are going to get much more feedback on their pitching staff and catchers in live action.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 20
How Each Rangers Reliever Fared in Spring Training Opener Against Royals

How Each Rangers Reliever Fared in Spring Training Opener Against Royals

SURPRISE, Ariz. — Nathan Eovaldi was the starting pitcher for Friday’s spring training opener. But the Texas Rangers were interested in who pitched behind him.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 20
Three Takeaways from Rangers’ Spring Training Opening Loss to Royals

Three Takeaways from Rangers’ Spring Training Opening Loss to Royals

SURPRISE, Ariz. — The Texas Rangers opened their spring training exhibition schedule with a 7-3 loss to the Kansas City Royals on Friday. It was not the start the Rangers had hoped for, but as it’s a spring training game the results don’t matter.

Nathan Eovaldi News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 20
Nathan Eovaldi’s Splitter Leads to Two Royals Home Runs in Spring Training Debut

Nathan Eovaldi’s Splitter Leads to Two Royals Home Runs in Spring Training Debut

SURPRISE, Ariz. — It was not Nathan Eovaldi’s most effective work. The Texas Rangers starter allowed three runs on two home runs during his first start of spring training on Friday, one that included a pair of ABS challenges and a throwing error by shortstop Corey Seager.

Evan Carter News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

Rangers rumors: What Texas wants out of Evan Carter in 2026 season

The Texas Rangers enter spring training with a defined objective for outfielder Evan Carter in 2026. The organization wants the outfielder entrenched as its primary option in center field, signaling confidence in both his health and long-term development.

Evan Carter News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
Rangers’ intriguing 2026 Evan Carter plan will catch fans’ attention

Rangers’ intriguing 2026 Evan Carter plan will catch fans’ attention

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter looked like MLB’s next superstar in the 2023 postseason. After playing only 23 regular season games, Carter made the playoff roster and slashed .300/.417/.500 across 17 postseason contests en route to helping Texas win the World Series.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / February 16
Rangers' Corey Seager Gets Honest on Relationship With Marcus Semien

Rangers' Corey Seager Gets Honest on Relationship With Marcus Semien

The Texas Rangers traded Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for Brandon Nimmo this past offseason. It was a surprising move, as Semien and Corey Seager were the leaders of the Rangers' core.

Texas Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / February 16
Potential Texas Rangers Opening Day Roster

Potential Texas Rangers Opening Day Roster

The Rangers had a lot of turnover in the offseason with the losses of Adolis Garcia and Jonah Heim, while also shipping off Marcus Semien for Brandon Nimmo.

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker / February 13
Pistons All-Star Cade Cunningham buys stake in Rangers

Pistons All-Star Cade Cunningham buys stake in Rangers

While everyone in the NBA was debriefing from the trade deadline, Cunningham made headlines with an off-court deal.

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Sebastian Walcott News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12
Rangers Top Prospect Sebastian Walcott To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Rangers Top Prospect Sebastian Walcott To Undergo Elbow Surgery

Rangers top prospect Sebastian Walcott, one of the most touted prospects in the entire sport, could miss the entire 2026 season due to an elbow injury that will require surgery, president of baseball operations Chris Young announced to the team’s beat this morning (link via Jeff Wilson of DLLS Sports).

Nolan Ryan News / Yardbarker / February 10
Texas Rangers featuring bloody Nolan Ryan giveaway on promotional schedule

Texas Rangers featuring bloody Nolan Ryan giveaway on promotional schedule

As Major League Baseball teams unveil their promotional schedules for the 2026 season, we are starting to get a sense of which teams have the most deranged senses of humor.

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