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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.

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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.

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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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 26

Rangers lose infielder to injury amid competitive AL West battle with Astros

The Texas Rangers are competing for the American League West division title. Texas and the Houston Astros are currently tied at 79-81 overall for the division lead.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 26

Texas Rangers lineup for September 26, 2026

Texas Rangers lineup for September 26, 2026 against the Minnesota Twins: starting pitchers are Nathan Eovaldi for the Rangers and Bailey Ober for the Twins.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 26

Rangers Set Lineup Against Twins in Quest to Remain Alive in AL West Race

This is it. The Texas Rangers must win Saturday. Or, maybe they don’t. It’s the AL West. One never knows. The Rangers (79-81) face the Minnesota Twins on Saturday with the AL West title still on the line.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 26

Texas Rangers Face Simple But Brutal AL West Scenario With 2 Games Left

MINNEAPOLIS — The Texas Rangers and Houston Astros both lost on Friday night and remain tied atop the AL West at 79-81 with two games left in the regular season.

MLB News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 26

Jacob deGrom Makes Painful Admission After Rangers Loss To Twins

MINNEAPOLIS — Jacob deGrom allowed 8 earned runs on Friday night, matching the most he has given up in a game in his career. The start at Target Field was his last of the regular season, and the Texas Rangers lost to the Minnesota Twins 10-2.

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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.

MLB News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 26

Rangers Fall 10-2 To Twins As Jacob deGrom Allows 8 Runs

MINNEAPOLIS — Jacob deGrom allowed 8 earned runs over 4 innings on Friday night, matching a career high in his final start of the regular season. The Texas Rangers lost to the Minnesota Twins 10-2 at Target Field and fell to 79-81 with two games left to play.

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Nathan Eovaldi News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 26

Rangers Turn to Nathan Eovaldi to Save Fading Postseason Hopes

If there ever was a day for “Big Game Nate” to show up, it’s Saturday. The Texas Rangers announced on Friday night that Nathan Eovaldi would start Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Twins.

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 / Field Level Media / September 26

Rangers determined to stay positive in rematch vs. Twins

The Texas Rangers have no time to dwell on their latest setback. They still are tied with the Houston Astros for first place in the American League West.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 26

Saturday morning Rangers stuff

Good morning, LSB. The Rangers lost in self-admitted embarrassing fashion last night but are somehow still alive and tied for first place. Kennedi Landry writes about the final start of Jacob deGrom’s season (maybe) going very awry.

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / September 25

79-81 – Oops! All Whimpers, Rangers go down sad against Twins

The Texas Rangers scored two runs but the Minnesota Twins scored ten runs. There was a moment from a camera phone video recording where the Rangers returned

Sean Burke 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.

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MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 25

Rangers or Astros Will Make MLB History by Winning AL West

Reaching the postseason is a badge of honor in any sport. It's one step closer to realizing a championship. Both the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros know that all too well.

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 25

With AL West title in play, Rangers focus on opener vs. Twins

Somebody has to win the American League West. The Texas Rangers hope it will be them. Texas (79-80) has a shot at a division title if it wraps up the regular season with a successful series against the Minnesota Twins (75-84).

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.