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Rangers Prospect Sebastian Walcott Combines Bat, Glove in Latest AFL Start

The Arizona Fall League is a week old. Texas Rangers prospect Sebastian Walcott continues to go through his paces. On Friday, Walcott made his third start of the AFL, as he batted second and played shortstop.

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Why Texas Rangers Post-World Series Roster Moves Won’t Be Complicated

Five days after the World Series ends, the Texas Rangers face their first significant deadline of the offseason. By that date, the Rangers must have set their 40-man roster for the offseason.

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.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 10

Two Rangers Veterans Have Surgery While Third Escapes Procedure

The Texas Rangers are trying to get a head start on 2027 and that means getting some of their veterans to have surgeries before the World Series even begins.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 9

How Rangers Prospect Mason McConnaughey Shined in Latest AFL Outing

The Texas Rangers are getting everything they could have asked for from pitching prospect Mason McConnaughey in the Arizona Fall League. After spending part of his debut minor league season on the injured list, the Rangers opted to send their No.

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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 / Texas Rangers on SI / October 9

Why the Rangers Should Move On From This Pending Free Agent

The Texas Rangers were expected to perform better in 2026 after extensive offseason moves\, most notably adding Mackenzie Gore to the starting rotation.

Corey Seager News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Corey Seager Undergoes Elbow Surgery

Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young told reporters last week that shortstop Corey Seager was dealing with a bone spur in his right elbow.

Chris Young News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 9

Chris Young Finds Rangers Have no Easy Button to Return to Postseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers are trying to do something no team has done since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees — win three World Series in a row. It’s a daunting task.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 8

Breaking Down Rangers Prospect Paxton Kling’s Early Arizona Fall League Domination

The Texas Rangers probably hoped the Arizona Fall League would help move along the development of outfielder Paxton Kling. This pace is going to be hard to keep up with.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 8

Rangers Can Celebrate Three Player Development Success Stories in 2026

The Texas Rangers didn’t get to where they wanted in 2026, which was the playoffs. But for three players, the season was a breakthrough. It was also an example of something the Rangers want to do more of in the future — continuing the development of players once they get to the Majors.

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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.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 8

How Rangers Fell Below Internal Projections and Barely Missed Playoffs

The American League West made history in 2026. It became the first division one by a non-winning team. The Houston Astros claimed the title with an 81-81 record, one game ahead of the Texas Rangers (80-82).

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 7

Rangers Unranked Prospect Has Incredible Debut in Arizona Fall League

The Texas Rangers have several top prospects in the Arizona Fall League. But there are other unranked prospects that are trying to build a reputation. Venezuelan right-hander Alejandro Chiquillo is one of those pitchers.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 7

Will Texas Rangers Attack Offseason Similar to Last Work Stoppage?

After the 2021 season, the Texas Rangers and the rest of Major League Baseball knew that a work stoppage was likely coming. Back then, Texas had several issues across the team and a farm system that wasn’t that fertile.

Sebastian Walcott News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 7

Sebastian Walcott’s Latest AFL Game Shows How Rangers Are Using Him

The Texas Rangers are trying to strike a balance in the development of their top prospect, Sebastian Walcott. On the one hand, the 20-year-old native of the Bahamas needs more work.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 7

One Bold Texas Rangers Trade That Actually Makes Sense

What constitutes a bold trade? Is it what the Texas Rangers did last offseason? The Rangers dealt Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for outfielder Brandon Nimmo.

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 / Texas Rangers on SI / October 6

Where Rangers Should Stand on Payroll When They Enter Free Agency

Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young said last week that he's not sure what his budget will look like for 2027. Young said he would need to meet with team ownership to determine what that number would be, but there are other factors at play.

Chris Young 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.

Tyler Wade News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 29

Tyler Wade Announces Retirement

Utilityman Tyler Wade is hanging up his spikes. The nine-year veteran announced his retirement on Instagram yesterday. Wade played for the Yankees, Angels, Athletics, and Padres during his big-league career.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Corey Seager has a bone spur in his elbow he has dealt with for months; Rangers GM Chris Young says minor surgery is possible but a full recovery by spring training is expected

Corey Seager dealt with a bone spur in his right elbow for the final few months of the 2026 season, Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young revealed after the team’s season ended.