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Rangers Promote Logan O’Hoppe, Designate Jarred Kelenic for Assignment

The Rangers the Texas Rangers decided not to wait until rosters expanded on Sept. 1 to call up one of their hottest hitters from Triple-A Round Rock. On Sunday the Rangers promoted catcher Logan O’Hoppe from Round Rock to bolster an offense that has struggled this week at home.

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Texas Rangers’ Jake Burger Back In Lineup Sunday After Left Wrist Contusion

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers first baseman Burger left Saturday night’s 3-0 loss to the Angels in the fifth inning with a left wrist contusion. Initial X-rays came back clean, and he is back in the lineup a day later.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 23

‘Tough Day At The Plate’: Ryan Johnson One-Hits Texas Rangers In 3-0 Loss Against Los Angeles Angels

ARLINGTON, Texas — Cody Freeman‘s leadoff single in the sixth inning was the only hit the Texas Rangers managed Saturday night, and three Los Angeles Angels pitchers combined on a one-hitter in a 3-0 win at Globe Life Field.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / August 23

Minor league update for 8/22/26

Hickory starter Jacob Johnson allowed one run in three innings, walking three and striking out four. Michael Trausch allowed a run in two innings, striking out two and walking one.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Jake Burger News / ESPN / August 22

Rangers' Burger hit on wrist by pitch; X-rays clear

Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger left Saturday night's game against the Los Angeles Angels after four innings with a left wrist contusion after being hit by a pitch in the third inning.

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / August 22

64-66 – Rangers remain buns with the bats, fall 3-0 to Angels

The Texas Rangers did not score but the Anaheim Angels scored three runs. The Rangers were honoring the 1996 club tonight. A lot can change in 30 years, apparently.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 22

Angels star Mike Trout makes history vs. Rangers

George Brett, move over. Mike Trout is officially the biggest pain in the Texas Rangers' history.

Angels' error in ninth hands Rangers walk-off victory

Rangers' Jacob deGrom joins exclusive club with latest milestone

Royals' Noah Cameron records first career complete-game shutout against Angels

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 22

Rangers Honor Trailblazing 1996 AL West Champions Before Angels Game

For many Texas Rangers fans, the 2023 World Series championship is the high point in their fandom. And it should be. But for Rangers fans of a certain vintage, what happened in 1996 rings just as true.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 22

Rangers Most Likely September Call-Ups Focus on Slugging, Relief

The Texas Rangers remain in the heat of a playoff race, and it could allow them to either win the American League West or claim the AL’s final wild card berth.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Sport Relay / August 22

Rangers Walk It Off Against Angels in Extras

ARLINGTON, Texas (Aug 21) — The Texas Rangers made things exciting with a 2–1 come-from-behind victory in extra innings over the Los Angeles Angels Friday.

Cody Bradford News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 22

Three Critical Matchups as Cody Bradford, Rangers Seek Series Win Over Angels

The Texas Rangers had to work overtime to beat the Los Angeles Angels on Friday, but it was a hard-earned win for their playoff hopes. The Rangers beat the Angels, 2-1, in 10 innings in a contest where the Rangers outslugged the Angels but couldn't get a run across until the 10th.

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The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 22

‘Little Things Make The Difference’: Texas Rangers Walk Off Los Angeles Angels 2-1, Hold Wild Card Spot

ARLINGTON, Texas — Denzer Guzman‘s throw sailed wide of second base with two outs in the bottom of the 10th inning Friday night. Wyatt Langford scored from second on the play, and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 at Globe Life Field.

Josh Jung News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 22

Josh Jung’s Latest ‘Timeline’ May Leave Rangers in Scramble Mode Down Stretch

When the Texas Rangers put third baseman Josh Jung on the 10-day injured list for a left calf strain, the hope was that he would only miss 10 days. Hope is what the Rangers organization sees in the rearview mirror.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 22

Minor league update for 8/21/26

Hickory starter Moises Morales struck out four in six shutout innings. 2025 12th rounder Jake Barbee made his full season debut with three shutout innings, striking out two.

Cody Bradford News / Field Level Media / August 22

Rangers LHP Cody Bradford takes on Angels in key AL West contest

The next step on Cody Bradford's journey back from elbow surgery will come Saturday evening as his Texas Rangers face the Los Angeles Angels in the second contest of a three-game series in Arlington, Texas.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / August 22

Saturday morning Rangers stuff

Good morning, LSB. The Rangers won a wild one last night, 2-1 over the Angels in extra innings. Skip Schumaker says doing the little things made a big difference in the walk-off win.

Texas Rangers News / TWSN / August 22

On This Day in Sports- August 22: Texas Rangers Make MLB History

On August 22, 2007, the Texas Rangers went on to produce MLB history as they beat the Baltimore Orioles 30-3. The game would seem as if though it was completely

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 21

Angels' error in ninth hands Rangers walk-off victory

A throwing error by Denzer Guzman resulted in a 2-1 walk-off win for the Texas Rangers over the Los Angeles Angels in 10 innings on Friday night in Arlington, Texas.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 21

‘Fastball Was There’: Skip Schumaker Details Next Step For Texas Rangers’ Jack Leiter

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said Friday that the team has not settled on a next step for Jack Leiter. The right-hander will throw a bullpen session this weekend, and a decision will be made from there, according to The Dallas Morning News.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 20

Rangers' Jacob deGrom joins exclusive club with latest milestone

Jacob deGrom entered the game Thursday night against the Washington Nationals just shy of reaching a major career milestone. deGrom's second strikeout of the game was the 2,000th strikeout of his career.

Gerrit Cole, Yankees blank Orioles to clinch sweep

Zach Neto's seven RBI spark the Angels to 18-3 pounding of Houston

Sal Stewart's monster HR in Reds' win puts him on track for MLB history

Shohei Ohtani gets updated timeline for next pitching return milestone

Diamondbacks to transfer Ketel Marte to injured list amid drama

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / August 20

Rangers' Jacob deGrom becomes second fastest to 2,000 K's

Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom reached a strikeout milestone on Thursday in a hurry, appropriately. By fanning the first two Washington Nationals batters in Arlington, Texas, deGrom became the second-fastest pitcher to record 2,000 career strikeouts.

Santiago Espinal News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

D-Backs Sign Santiago Espinal To Minor League Deal

The Diamondbacks signed veteran infielder Santiago Espinal to a minor league contract and assigned him to Triple-A Reno. The move was announced by the Aces.

Texas Rangers News / Viral Sports News / August 19

Texas Rangers Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran

The Texas Rangers have designated catcher Austin Wynns for assignment, making room on the roster for Danny Jansen’s return from the injured list. Jansen, who had been sidelined since early June with a right forearm strain, was activated from the 60-day IL after missing the team’s previous 64 games.

Luis Curvelo News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Rangers Outright Luis Curvelo

The Rangers have sent right-hander Luis Curvelo outright to Triple-A Round Rock, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week.

Joc Pederson News / Yardbarker / August 12