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If the Texas Rangers Want to Return to the Postseason, This Has to Change

The Texas Rangers are trying to formulate a play on an abbreviated timeline to improve enough his offseason to return to the playoffs in 2027. The timeline would be abbreviated if there is a work stoppage in December, which almost seems to be a certainty at this point.

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Three questions facing the Texas Rangers this offseason

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 24

Which Rangers Pitching Prospect is Shining in Arizona Fall League?

Texas Rangers prospects are a couple weeks away from wrapping up play in the Arizona Fall League. It's hard to believe there are more games behind them than ahead.

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The 'World Series managers' quiz

How many of the managers of the World Series teams from the 21st century can you name in six minutes?

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 24

Most Glaring Roster Deficiencies Keeping the Rangers from World Series Contention

As the Texas Rangers sit at home and watch the World Series, the organization is plotting a potential return to the playoffs next season. On one hand, the Rangers appear wel- positioned.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Chris Young News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 23

What the Texas Rangers Can Learn from the Two World Series Rosters

Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young has a self-imposed mandate this offseason. He wants to build a team that is younger, more athletic and more versatile both at the plate and on the field.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 23

Three Impending Free Agents Playing in World Series Who Should Interest Rangers

One thing is certain. Either the Milwaukee Brewers or the Tampa Bay Rays are going to win their first world championship by the end of October. The National League champion Brewers and the American League champion Rays being the World Series on Friday.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 23

Three Texas Rangers Prospects Who Could Play Major Roles in 2027

The Texas Rangers want to get younger and more athletic in 2027. Part of the equation will be prospects. Texas doesn’t have the most fertile farm system in baseball, but it does have some talented players that are positioned to help them in 2027.

Sebastian Walcott News / Minor League Baseball on SI / October 22

Rangers May Try Top Prospect Sebastian Walcott at a New Position This Fall

The Texas Rangers' No. 1 prospect, Sebastian Walcott, has only played on the left side of the infield so far in his minor league career. But now, the 20-year-old is reportedly set to gain experience at another position ahead of the 2027 season.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 22

Projecting Rangers 2027 Opening Day Lineup: How Different Could It Get?

Texas Rangers president of baseball operations wants competition, a younger and more athletic team in 2027. Can he make that happen? There are hurdles and obstacles in the way.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Mitch Garver News / Baseball Now / October 22

World Series Champion Catcher Retires After 10 MLB Seasons

Mitch Garver is calling it a career. Garver, 35, announced his retirement on Thursday according to a report from MLB.com. A power-hitting catcher and DH, Garver played 10 Major League seasons from 2017 to 2026.

Sebastian Walcott News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22

Rangers Putting Sebastian Walcott Through Outfield Drills

Rangers top prospect Sebastian Walcott is currently getting extra at-bats in the Arizona Fall League. While he’s there, the club is having him work out in the outfield, per Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News.

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Mitch Garver News / EssentiallySports / October 22

35YO MLB Pro Calls it a Career as He Retires From Baseball After 10 Long Seasons

Mitch Garver’s story starts with a $40,000 bonus out of New Mexico that turned into a Silver Slugger Award and a World Series ring. Garver, a former Minnesota Twins catcher, built that run from a 2013 ninth-round pick and has closed it after 10 seasons.

Mitch Garver News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21

Mitch Garver Retires

Catcher Mitch Garver has retired from playing, reports Ted Schwerzler of minnesotasportsfan.com. Garver played parts of ten major league seasons, suiting up for the Twins, Rangers and Mariners.

Ben Peoples News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 21

Is Ben Peoples a Rising Bullpen Star for Texas Rangers in 2027?

The Ben Peoples acquisition was one of those moves the Texas Rangers hope pays off down the road. The 25-year-old right-hander — who has a face that makes him look much younger than a pitcher that has been in pro baseball since 2019 — was acquired by the Rangers at the end of June via trade from the Chicago White Sox.

Jordan Montgomery News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 21

Why Jordan Montgomery’s 2026 Suggests Rangers Should Re-Sign Him

The Texas Rangers took what could only be described as a good old-fashioned flier on left-hander Jordan Montgomery. The Rangers signed Montgomery to a one-year contract in spring training for far less than he would have gotten on the open market had he been healthy.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 21

One World Series Free Agent Who Would Be Perfect Fit for Rangers

Just a few years ago teams across Major League Baseball were taking notes about how the Texas Rangers won the 2023 World Series. Now, the Rangers are back to taking notes.

Joc Pederson News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 20

Rangers Got More from Joc Pederson as Slugger Returned to Norms in 2026

Joc Pederson told reporters on several occasions in 2026 that his surge in production was about getting healthy and not any significant swing adjustments.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20

The Rangers’ Roster Bind

The Rangers should be at a crossroads offseason. Texas failed to take advantage of an historically weak division, finishing 80-82 to come up two wins short of a playoff berth.

Jacob Latz News / New Baseball Media / October 19

Looking at Jacob Latz’s Breakout 2026 Season

Rangers reliever Jacob Latz was a major breakout star during the 2026 MLB season, going from a pitcher fighting for a rotation spot to an All-Star reliever.

Corey Seager News / Larry Brown Sports / October 10

Braves are being linked to a former World Series MVP after playoff exit

The Atlanta Braves may be ready to take a big swing after a fifth consecutive year of failing to make it past the NLDS.

Tyler Mahle hoping to remain with Atlanta Braves

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Josh Jung News / Athlon Sports / October 10

Rangers Share Surgery Update on Third Baseman Josh Jung

The Texas Rangers have received encouraging news regarding third baseman Josh Jung’s recovery from a fractured right hand. Jung will avoid surgery, according to an update shared by MLB.com Rangers reporter Kennedi Landry.

Corey Seager News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Rangers Announce Significant Corey Seager News

After another disappointing season, the Texas Rangers announced significant news about one of their top players. Kennedi Landry of MLB.com reported Friday that Rangers’ shortstop Corey Seager underwent minor elbow surgery on Tuesday, adding that Seager should fully recover in time for full offseason activities.

Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / October 7

Texas Rangers Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 29

Rangers President Sends Strong Message About Major 2027 Changes

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young put the club’s third straight season without a playoff berth on himself Monday, a day after Texas was eliminated on the final day of the regular season.