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Rangers Utility Man Taking Advantage of Fresh Start Under New Manager

Many assumed the book on Texas Rangers infielder Ezequiel Duran was written. His new manager wasn’t so sure. Leading up to the regular season, new Rangers manager Skip Schumaker has said that players held over from last year's team should see this as an opportunity for a fresh start.

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Why insider is confident Rangers can be a ‘playoff contender’

The Texas Rangers are drawing national attention as a potential playoff contender after climbing to first place in the AL West with a 7–5 record and a recent three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / April 9

Thursday Trivia Time

A year ago, I wrote: It is Thursday afternoon, the season is a week old, and the Texas Rangers are off. So I decided to offer up a trivia question. Once again, it is a Thursday afternoon and the Rangers are off.

Josh Smith News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

The Mariners’ ‘holy ****’ HR robbery that left Rangers’ Josh Smith ‘wanting to cry’

The Texas Rangers completed a statement series sweep of the Seattle Mariners, but a highlight-reel defensive play ultimately stole the spotlight. Despite Texas’ dominance, a dramatic home run robbery involving Josh Smith became one of the most talked-about moments of the game.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / April 9

Rangers Unveil Highly Anticipated New City Connect Uniforms

Three years ago, the Texas Rangers finally got on the City Connect Uniform bandwagon. Now, it’s on to the second edition. On Thursday, the Rangers released the new City Connect editions via social media posts and an in-store unveiling at the Grand Slam Team Store located at Globe Life Field.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

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Texas Rangers News / KO on SI / April 9

Former Champion Announces 'New Chapter' With Robert Garcia Amid Free Agency

Robeisy Ramirez is ready to begin the next chapter of his career, with a twist. After over a year away from the ring, Ramirez announced he would be training under the guidance of renowned trainer Robert Garcia ahead of his return.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / April 9

Minor league update for 4/8/26

Aidan “Leeroy” Deakins started for Hickory, throwing four shutout innings, walking one and striking out five. The Crawdads had just two hits on the day — a double by Paulino Santana and a single by Luis Marquez.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / April 9

Three Ways to Look at Rangers ABS Challenges Through 12 Games

Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker admitted over the weekend that he may have been too strict in how he allowed players to use ABS challenges initially this season.

MacKenzie Gore News / Lone Star Ball / April 9

Thoughts on a 3-0 Rangers win

Rangers 3, Mariners 0 There’s always something especially satisfying about sweeping the Mariners. So how about that MacKenzie Gore, huh? In five innings, Gore allowed just a single hit and two walks, with both walks coming in the first inning.

Jack Leiter News / Last Word On Sports / April 8

Jack Leiter Might Already Be the Rangers’ Best Pitcher

The Texas Rangers’ pitching staff was seen as their strength coming into the season. Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi headlined the rotation as co-aces, and offseason acquisition MacKenzie Gore added to the promise of the rotation.

Skip Schumaker News / Texas Rangers on SI / April 8

Skip Schumaker May Have Found Solution to Rangers Closer Situation

The Texas Rangers pulled off a surprising sweep against the Seattle Mariners, finishing the job with a 3-0 win on Wednesday. The Rangers have struggled mightily against the Mariners, combining for a 6-20 record over the last two seasons.

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8

Rangers ride 3-run inning to shutout win over Mariners

A three-run inning was all the Rangers needed to defeat the Mariners 3-0 on Wednesday afternoon in Arlington, Texas, giving Texas a three-game series sweep over slumping Seattle.

Bryan Woo News / Lone Star Ball / April 8

7-5 – Rangers work through Woo to sweep Mariners

The Texas Rangers scored three runs while the Seattle Mariners scored zero runs. We had ourselves a real Shed classic today with two good starters on the mound and runs at a premium.

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Jack Leiter News / Texas Rangers on SI / April 8

Why Jack Leiter’s Agent Change May Not Hint at New Deal with Rangers

Jack Leiter is off to a great start in his second season as a full-time Texas Rangers starting pitcher. His last start, which was on Sunday, saw him take a no-decision against the Cincinnati Reds, as he allowed four hits, one earned run and one walk in five innings.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Rangers Get Jacob deGrom Injury Update After Leaving Mariners Game Early

Coming off a 3-2 win against the Seattle Mariners, the Texas Rangers are looking for back-to-back wins after starting a one-game winning streak. They had some injury concerns, however, during their 2-1 win against the Mariners on Monday.

Nathan Eovaldi News / Texas Rangers on SI / April 8

Rangers’ Nathan Eovaldi Gets Groove Back After Two Awful Starts

Nathan Eovaldi stopped bleeding runs and got back to being the starting pitchers the Texas Rangers needed on Tuesday. It started with a bang. He gave up a leadoff home run to Seattle’s Brendan Donovan on his first pitch of the game.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8

After string of 1-run losses, M's determined to snap slump in clash vs. Rangers

The Seattle Mariners desperately need a win Wednesday afternoon and are asking starting pitcher Bryan Woo to deliver it. The Mariners will try to salvage the final game of their three-game series against the Texas Rangers, whose 3-2 victory Tuesday clinched their first series victory over Seattle since September 2023.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / April 7

Kyle Higashioka's homer helps Rangers extend Mariners' skid

Nathan Eovaldi pitched six quality innings and Kyle Higashioka hit a go-ahead home run, rallying the Texas Rangers to a 3-2 win over the struggling Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

What Rangers’ Jacob deGrom said about knee injury scare after grinding out Mariners start

As there has been some injury concern with Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom this season to start, he would make a start against the Seattle Mariners and pitch well in the 2-1 win on Monday.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Rangers Manager Makes Jacob deGrom Revelation After Mariners Game

The Texas Rangers defeated the Seattle Mariners on Monday. Jacob deGrom started the game and pitched well. However, he was removed from the contest after just five innings of work.

Joc Pederson News / Total Pro Sports / April 6

Joc Pederson Hits Back At Haters After Huge Home Run

Joc Pederson enjoyed an excellent solo campaign with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2024 before heading for free agency. The Texas Rangers signed the left-handed slugger, hoping that he could provide some much-needed boost to their offense.

Patrick Corbin News / Yardbarker / April 3

Blue Jays' signing illustrates their desperate need for pitching

Blue Jays' latest signing illustrates their desperate need for pitching

The Toronto Blue Jays' rotation took another hit on Tuesday when Cody Ponce landed on the Injured List with a sprained right ACL. They have reportedly dipped back into the free agent pool to add another potential depth option.

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