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Skip Schumaker Identifies Two Biggest Reasons Rangers Missed Playoffs

Skip Schumaker took over a team that was two years removed from a World Series crown and trying to get back to the playoffs before the 2026 season began.

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80-82 – Rangers leave us wanting no more, lose to Twins in finale

The Texas Rangers scored four runs but the Minnesota Twins scored six runs. The Rangers stayed true to who they were until the bitter end. A sauceless bunch.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 27

Rangers Lose to Twins, Eliminate Themselves from AL Playoff Race

The Texas Rangers didn't control their own destiny when it came to winning the American League West. But they did need to win on Sunday. Texas couldn't even get that done.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 27

Cauley recalled, O’Hoppe optioned for finale

Texas Rangers infielder Cam Cauley has been recalled from AAA Round Rock, the team announced today. To make room for him on the active roster, the Rangers have optioned DH/catcher Logan O’Hoppe to AAA Round Rock.

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How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?

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Nathan Eovaldi News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 27

Nathan Eovaldi Delivers ‘Gutsy’ Return With Rangers’ Season On Line

MINNEAPOLIS — Nathan Eovaldi had not thrown more than 46 pitches in any outing since coming off the injured list. On Saturday, in his first start since Aug.

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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.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 27

Rangers Bottom Of Order Steps Up Without Josh Jung, Joc Pederson

MINNEAPOLIS — A day after the Texas Rangers lost Josh Jung to a broken right hand, the bottom four spots in their lineup combined to go 7-for-15 with 1 walk and 4 RBIs in a 6-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday at Target Field.

Nicky Lopez News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 27

Nicky Lopez Returns To Rangers Lineup After Ankle Scare

MINNEAPOLIS — Nicky Lopez is starting at second base and batting sixth for the Texas Rangers in Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Minnesota Twins.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 27

Rangers Need Win, Astros Loss In Game 162 To Win AL West

MINNEAPOLIS — The Texas Rangers will send left-hander MacKenzie Gore to the mound Sunday against the Minnesota Twins needing a win at Target Field and a Houston Astros loss to the Athletics to take the American League West.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 27

Rangers Beat Twins 6-2 To Send AL West Race To Final Day

MINNEAPOLIS — The bottom four spots in the Texas Rangers lineup drove in four runs, and Nathan Eovaldi allowed one run over 4 1/3 innings in his first start since Aug.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 27

Texas Rangers lineup for September 27, 2026

Texas Rangers lineup for September 27, 2026, against the Minnesota Twins: starting pitchers are MacKenzie Gore for the Rangers and Dean Kremer for the Twins.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 27

Rangers Set Lineup vs. Twins as AL West Title Hopes Rest on Win, Astros Loss

On Sunday evening the Texas Rangers will fly home from Minneapolis. Right around the same time the Houston Astros will be flying home from Sacramento. One flight will be jubilant, knowing that they have a playoff game to host on Tuesday.

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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.

MacKenzie Gore News / Athlon Sports / September 27

MacKenzie Gore gets the ball for Texas Rangers in Game 162 to close out the regular season

MacKenzie Gore will take the mound for the Texas Rangers in Game 162 with the American League West title still within reach. Texas enters Sunday at 80-81, tied with the Houston Astros for first place.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 27

Sunday morning Rangers things

Good morning, folks… The Texas Rangers beat the Minnesota Twins yesterday by a score of 6-2. Shawn McFarland writes that Nathan Eovaldi came up big in a must-win game.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27

Rangers welcome 'a chance' for AL West title in finale vs. Twins

It all comes down to game No. 162 for the Texas Rangers -- and a little help. Texas (80-81) will play its most important game of the season when it faces the Minnesota Twins (76-85) in the regular-season finale Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 27

Thoughts on a 6-2 Rangers win

Rangers 6, Twins 2 On Saturday, we got a reminder of what the Rangers can look like when they are playing well. Nathan Eovaldi making his first start since early August, giving the Rangers 4.1 with just one run allowed.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 26

White Sox turn attention to wild card after Guardians win AL Central

The Chicago White Sox's 9-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies and the 11-5 Cleveland Guardians win over the Kansas City Royals ended the American League Central race.

White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery set dubious record

Munetaka Murakami's hilarious playoff celebration goes viral

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 26

Rangers start strong in win over Twins to keep pace in AL West

Danny Jansen went 2-for-4 with a homer and two RBIs, and the Texas Rangers jumped ahead early in their 6-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday evening in Minneapolis.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 26

80-81 – Rangers make No. 162 relevant with 6-2 win over Twins in No. 161

The Texas Rangers scored six runs while the Minnesota Twins scored two runs. Earlier this month, the Rangers saw their leadoff hitter and most potent bat against right handers go down with a broken wrist.

Josh Jung News / Field Level Media / September 26

Rangers place Josh Jung on IL; recall Robby Ahlstrom, Logan O'Hoppe

The Texas Rangers placed third baseman Josh Jung on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right hand fracture. Jung, 28, was hit by a pitch from Twins starter Joe Ryan in the first inning of Friday's 10-2 loss.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 26

Jacob deGrom’s Latest Collapse Should Terrify Rangers Moving Forward

The Texas Rangers are watching their season hang in the balance. They got blown out by the lowly Minnesota Twins, and now will look to become the first division winner with a .500 record or worse.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26

Josh Jung Suffers Fractured Right Hand

Josh Jung was hit in the right hand by a Joe Ryan pitch in the first inning of the Rangers’ 10-2 loss to the Twins on Friday. Jung (in the lineup as the

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 25

Sean Burke is the ace the White Sox need in the postseason

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Sean Burke has a 2.94 earned run average over his last 79.2 innings with 90 strikeouts. Burke has continued to improve in his second full season with the White Sox and as a starter.

Munetaka Murakami's two homers power White Sox past Rockies

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Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 25

Rangers slugger hoping to return if Texas reaches postseason

The Texas Rangers are in a fairly desperate position as they fight the Houston Astros for first place in the American League West. As the two teams start their final series of the regular season, they are in a tie for first place with 79-80 records.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Rangers Lose Top Offensive Weapon Amid Postseason Push

The Texas Rangers will have to navigate the final stretch of the regular season without one of their most important offensive contributors. The Rangers placed designated hitter Joc Pederson on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a left wrist fracture.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 22

Rangers Place Joc Pederson On Injured List, Rule Out Cal Quantrill For Season

The Rangers made a handful of moves before the start of a crucial series against the Mets. Designated hitter Joc Pederson lands on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to September 19, with a fracture in his left hand.