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Rangers Have Clear Paths to Improve 2026 Lineup via Free Agency

Along with a need for another starting pitcher, there is a need for a bat in the Texas Rangers lineup for first-year manager Skip Schumaker. Last year, when push came to shove, the Rangers' glaring need, which was part of the reason for the Texas fade from the American League Wild Card race, was their lack of production at times.

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Texas Rangers Address Roster Questions Entering Spring Training

The Texas Rangers have been having an underrated offseason compared to other MLB franchises. Adding players through free agency and trades to bolster the roster, the Rangers look to reach the playoffs for the first time since their 2023 World Series victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Zak Kent News / Lone Star Ball / January 9

Rangers claim Zak Kent on waivers

The Texas Rangers have claimed pitcher Zak Kent on waivers, the team announced today. The 40 man roster is now full with this move. This brings things full circle for Kent, who the Rangers drafted in the 9th round in 2019 out of VMI.

Cole Hamels News / Lone Star Ball / January 9

Rangers Reacts Results: Cole Hamels and the Hall

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rangers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

MLB News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB franchise' quiz

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 9

Rangers Have Free Agent Options to Round Out Starting Rotation for 2026

We are just over a month away from spring training beginning, and with the offseason in the home stretch, there are still needs that some teams have to do to be a finished product.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / January 9

2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings — #20

Congratulations to Josh Trentadue, who was voted the #19 prospect in the 2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings, getting a little under a quarter of the vote.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 9

Rangers Extend Curious, but Impressive Offseason Negotiation Streak

The Texas Rangers have one of the most impressive streaks going in all of Major League Baseball, and it comes before any franchise takes the field for spring training.

Patrick Murphy News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9

Rangers Sign Patrick Murphy To Minor League Deal

The Rangers announced the signing of reliever Patrick Murphy to a minor league contract with an invitation to big league camp. Texas also confirmed their previously reported agreement with veteran righty Nabil Crismatt.

Gavin Collyer News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 8

One Reason Why Rangers Prospect Gavin Collyer is Worth Watching in 2026

Texas Rangers fans won’t find pitcher Gavin Collyer near the team’s Top 30 prospects list. But he’s worth keeping up with in 2026. Collyer has been in the Rangers’ organization since he was selected in the 12th round of the 2019 MLB draft out of Mountain View High School in Lawrenceville, Ga.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 8

Texas Rangers Reportedly Reach Deals With Arbitration Eligible Players

The Texas Rangers, much like other MLB franchises, are set to undergo contract arbitration talks. Following a season where the Rangers finished third in the AL West division, missing the playoffs for the second season in a row, it's important that the front office invests in the right players for success.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 8

The Stat That Makes Jacob Latz a 2026 Breakout Candidate

The Texas Rangers' pitching staff features some consistent and reliable players at its helm. With Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi standing out as the veteran presences, 2026 will need to have one player join them in dominance if the Rangers want to return to the playoffs for the first time since their World Series victory.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / January 8

2025 Season in Review: Danny Coulombe

With the 2025 Texas Rangers season having come to an end, we shall be, over the course of the offseason, taking a look at every player who appeared in a major league game for the Texas Rangers in 2025.

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The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / January 7

Three Players Who Must Step Up for the Texas Rangers Next Season

The Texas Rangers are coming off a disappointing season in which they finished 81-81. Most of the blame falls on the offense, which struggled overall, only hitting .234.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 7

Rangers Reshuffled Top 30 Prospects Still Features Rising Star at Top

The Texas Rangers have undergone a makeover this offseason at the Major League level. But they’re working to build talent in the minor leagues. In Arlington, the emphasis has been on trimming payroll and bringing in players that can provide a high OPS at the plate.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / January 7

2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings — #18

Congratulations to Josh Owens, who was voted the #17 prospect in the 2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings, getting a little under a quarter of the vote.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / January 6

2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings — #17

Congratulations to Malcolm Moore, who was voted the #16 prospect in the 2025-26 LSB Offseason Community Prospect Rankings, getting a little over a quarter of the vote.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 5

Top 5 Offseason Addition Gives Rangers Major Lineup Boost

After missing the playoffs for two years straight following their 2023 World Series victory, the Texas Rangers needed to make a change this offseason. The biggest change the franchise has made for 2026 is trading away second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 5

The Rangers’ Wide Open Infield Mix

The Rangers entered the offseason in need of a lineup reboot. They’ve had below-average offenses in consecutive years and haven’t strung together competitive at-bats consistently.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 31

Giants hoping Tyler Mahle will bounce back after injury-riddled season

The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent right-hander Tyler Mahle.

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2026

The 'World Series-winning Giants' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Big Fight Weekend / December 30

Revisiting Naoya Inoue’s destruction of Omar Narvaez in 2014

The 'Active MLB complete games pitched leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 17

Francesa reveals alleged reasons for Mets' clubhouse issues

New York sports radio legend reveals alleged reasons for Mets' clubhouse issues during 2025 season

A report from late November suggested that the New York Mets' collapse during the 2025 season occurred, in part, because alleged clubhouse issues impacted the club throughout the campaign.

The key factor that pushed Edwin Diaz to Dodgers over Mets and Braves

Yankees and Luke Weaver have mutual interest in a reunion, but there's a catch

Atlanta Braves find their everyday shortstop in Ha-Seong Kim

Top trade targets who fit the Braves' remaining needs

Ernie Clement reveals risky offseason activity: 'Nothing in the contract about it'