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Rangers Rotation Drawing Some Deserved Credit Ahead of 2026 Season

When the Texas Rangers and president of baseball operations Chris Young pulled off the surprising trade that acquired left-handed pitcher MacKenzie Gore from the Washington Nationals, it opened some eyes around the league.

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Rangers Have Three Intriguing Relief Options on Non-Roster Invitations

The Texas Rangers had one of the best bullpens in baseball in 2025. Little of it was homegrown. Many of last year’s top relievers were either Major League free agents signed to low-cost, one-year deals or relievers who signed on minor league deals with a spring training invitation.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 7

Three Important Rangers Position Battles to Watch at Spring Training

The Texas Rangers head to Surprise, Ariz., next week as pitchers and catchers report for spring training on Feb. 10. The Rangers have continued to augment

Ryan Brasier News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 7

Rangers signing 2-time World Series champion

The Texas Rangers finalized a minor-league agreement with veteran right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier, MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo reported Friday. The deal includes a non-roster invitation to Major League spring training, according to the Dallas Morning News’ Evan Grant, allowing Brasier to compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster.

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1 last-minute signing Rangers must make before spring training

The Texas Rangers stunned the baseball world in the 2023 season when they rolled through the postseason and won the only World Series in the team’s history.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 6

Rangers Reportedly Sign Veteran Relief Pitcher to Minor League Deal

Going into the offseason, the Texas Rangers have made it a priority to reshape their bullpen. President of baseball operations Chris Young has made some signings to allow first-year manager Skip Schumaker to see what he has this spring training.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 6

3 Rangers To Watch at the 2026 World Baseball Classic

The first pitch of the World Baseball Classic is on March 4th. The Texas Rangers will have eight players represent their organization at the tournament.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 6

Three Offseason Subtractions Rangers Will Miss During 2026 Season

The Texas Rangers haven't shown much hesitation this offseason when it comes to shaking up their roster. Between unexpected trades and free agent signings, the ballclub is looking to place itself in a better position ahead of its 2026 race to the postseason.

Ryan Brasier News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6

Rangers Finalizing Deal With Ryan Brasier

The Rangers are finalizing a deal with right-hander Ryan Brasier, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com. It’d be a homecoming for the ALIGND Sports client, who was born in Wichita Falls, Texas and attended college in Weatherford, just 40 miles west of Arlington.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 5

Rangers Reportedly Sign Journeyman Minor League Relief Pitcher

This offseason hasn't been one where the Texas Rangers have made some big moves and spent a lot of money. That should not be a surprise. President of baseball operations, Chris Young, did add through a pair of trades, though.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 5

Jeff Passan breaks latest Rangers signing while keeping receipts

The Texas Rangers quietly added pitching depth Thursday in a move that blended routine roster management with a moment of baseball internet history. The club agreed to a minor league contract with right-handed submariner Josh Hejka, bringing a distinctive arm to camp as the Rangers continue shaping their bullpen ahead of the 2026 season.

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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.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 5

Four Rangers Set to Miss Part of Spring Training for World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic will announce the official rosters for the World Baseball Classic later this week. But four Texas Rangers are set to play. The Dallas Morning News (subscription required) reported that pitcher Robert Garcia committed to play for Mexico, along with outfielder Alejandro Osuna.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 5

Three Rangers Sluggers That Must Bounce Back to Fuel Return to Playoffs

The Texas Rangers had one of the weakest offenses in baseball last season, and the numbers have been in decline since winning the 2023 World Series. That led Texas to make some changes in the offseason, most notably trading second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for outfielder Brandon Nimmo.

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Mason Thompson News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 4

Rangers Sign Texas Native Mason Thompson to Minor League Deal

Mason Thompson was born and raised in the shadow of Dell Diamond, the home of the Texas Rangers Triple-A affiliate, the Round Rock Express. Now, he's coming home.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 4

3 Rangers Hitters Facing Major Pressure to Perform in 2026 Season

Heading into the 2026 season under a new coaching regime, the message is clear for the Texas Rangers: The offense has to be much better for this team to reach its goals.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 4

Rangers Named Dark-Horse Candidate for Intriguing Free Agent Starting Pitcher

The Texas Rangers pitchers and catchers will hold their first official workout next Tuesday in Arizona to kick off spring training. As far as the starting rotation looks, president of baseball operations Chris Young likely has it set for the first workout.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 4

Three Rangers Prospects Who Can Make Case for MLB Roster Spot in 2026

The Texas Rangers have invited 21 non-roster players to Major League spring training in Surprise, Ariz., later this month. Some are veterans who have been signed to minor league deals.

MacKenzie Gore News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

Takeaways from Gore’s Introductory Rangers Press Conference

Newly acquired starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore had his introductory press conference for the Texas Rangers on Thursday afternoon, and these are the main takeaways from Gore and the Rangers’ remarks.

Dylan Moore News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 30

Phillies, Dylan Moore agree to minor league deal

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MacKenzie Gore News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

Texas Rangers Entering a Win-Now Era By Adding Gore

The Texas Rangers shook up the MLB world when they traded for MacKenzie Gore last week. They ended up trading five prospects for the young lefty, headlined by their 2025 first-round pick Gavin Fien. By surrendering five prospects for Gore, the Rangers made one thing clear: they’re done waiting.

Texas Rangers News / Stadium Rant / January 27

Problem? The Texas Rangers’ Offense Is Still Being Ignored

As a massive winter storm becomes a problem across the state of Texas, the Texas Rangers are trying to bring some heat to their starting rotation. The acquisition of Mackenzie Gore in a five-for-one trade brings an All-Star Southpaw to what was the best pitching staff in the Major Leagues last season.

Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / January 26

Why the Rangers Traded for MacKenzie Gore

The Texas Rangers started the offseason with a blockbuster trade that sent Marcus Semien to the Mets in exchange for Brandon Nimmo. And now, the team has bolstered the starting rotation through a trade with the Nationals for left-handed All-Star pitcher MacKenzie Gore.