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One Key Change the Rangers Must Make Immediately After the All-Star Break

The Texas Rangers entered the All-Star break on a high note after securing a series win against the Houston Astros. At 49-47, the Rangers maintained the top spot in the American League West.

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Rangers Release Jonah Bride

The Rangers have granted infielder Jonah Bride his release, per Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. He’s now a free agent and is eligible to sign with any club.

Rafe Perich News / Lone Star Ball / July 13

Perich, Siary earn weekly awards

Frisco Roughriders infielder Rafe Perich has been named the Texas League Player of the Week for the week of July 7-12, it was announced today. In addition, Hickory Crawdads pitcher Evan Siary has been named the Carolina League Pitcher of the Week for July 7-12.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 13

The Biggest Texas Rangers Surprise/Disappointments of the First Half of 2026

The Texas Rangers have had a ton of ups and downs already in the 2026 campaign; however, going into the All-Star break, the franchise sits atop the AL West division with a 49-47 record.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 13

1 trade Rangers must not make at 2026 MLB trade deadline

The Texas Rangers enter the August 3 MLB trade deadline as a franchise at a crossroads. While the Rangers are currently in first place in the AL West with

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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.

Wyatt Langford News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Wyatt Langford's Swing Is Changing. His Results Are Getting There First.

Here's a stat that shouldn't make sense. Wyatt Langford has played in roughly half of Texas' games this year. Missed nearly all of May. Missed most of June.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 13

2026 LSB Midseason Community Prospect Rankings — #6

Congratulations to Yolfran Castillo, who has been named the #5 prospect in the 2026 LSB Midseason Community Prospect Rankings, receiving less than half of the vote.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 13

Monday Morning Texas Rangers Update

Good morning. Kennedi Landry writes that after MacKenzie Gore stepped up for a short notice start, Brandon Nimmo provided the walk-off to send the Texas Rangers to the All-Star break with a winning record.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 13

Why the Texas Rangers Are Still in Position to Win the AL West

The season hasn’t been perfect, and what season ever is, honestly? Certainly, the Texas Rangers have had a few missteps along the way, but perfection hasn’t been necessary.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / July 13

Thoughts on a 6-5 Rangers win

Rangers 6, Asttos 5 So, basically, we have had a repeat of the Angels series immediately preceding. I discussed in the previous two thoughts posts how each of those games mirrored the corresponding game in the Anaheim series.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 12

The Rangers' Best Value Pick from Day 1 of the 2026 MLB Draft

Leading into the MLB Draft this weekend in Philadelphia, left-handed pitcher Brody Bumila was a name that was popping up in mock drafts as a late first-round pick.

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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.

Brandon Nimmo News / Field Level Media / July 12

Brandon Nimmo boosts Rangers to walk-off win over Astros

Brandon Nimmo's walk-off single capped off a 3-for-5 game for the Texas Rangers, who scored a 6-5 victory over the Houston Astros Sunday and won two of three during the weekend series in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / July 12

49-47 – Rangers end first half with walk-off win over Houston!

The Texas Rangers scored six runs while the Houston Astros scored five runs. The Rangers led 3-0 early and then 4-1 late, holding that 4-1 lead into the

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 12

Texas Rangers Grades for Every Position Group at the All-Star Break

Sitting just over .500 at 48-47, it is shocking that the Texas Rangers are holding down first place in the American League West. So far this season, it has been some pretty weak baseball in the division.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 12

Rangers Are Calling Up Flame-Throwing Reliever Ahead of All-Star Break

The Texas Rangers are putting on the finishing touches before a much-needed All-Star break. Reliever Jacob Latz will be the lone Rangers' representative at the All-Star Game.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11

Rangers’ Jacob deGrom may avoid IL, but there’s a catch

The Texas Rangers built their identity around their starting pitching rotation in the previous few seasons, but accomplished right-hander Jacob deGrom is doing most of the heavy lifting this season.

Texas Rangers News / 5 GOATs / July 11

Texas Rangers select Miami LHP commit Gio Rojas in 2026 MLB Draft

The Texas Rangers selected Miami commit pitcher Gio Rojas No. 16 overall in the 2026 MLB Draft. Rojas just wrapped up his high school career at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11

Rangers focused on rival Astros with All-Star break looming

At the very least, the Texas Rangers ensured on Friday that the Houston Astros wouldn't bypass them in the American League West standings prior to the All-Star Game break.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 10

Wyatt Langford helps Rangers uncork 4-run 8th to beat Astros

Wyatt Langford slugged a tiebreaking home run as the Texas Rangers exploded for four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning en route to a 7-3 win over the Houston Astros on Friday in Arlington, Texas.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 10

Jacob deGrom’s injury uncertainty will concern Rangers fans

Texas Rangers star pitcher Jacob deGrom is going to miss his start on Sunday due to a “minor” glute strain. It seems as if the injured list is a possibility for the veteran starting pitcher.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10

Jacob deGrom Won’t Make Next Start, Could Need IL Stint

Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom will not pitch on Sunday, manager Skip Schumaker told reporters, including Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Rangers Facing Decision After Unfortunate Jacob deGrom News

Jacob deGrom is now in year 13 of his MLB career, and turned 38 in June. The veteran starter has managed to stay healthy over the last couple seasons with the Texas Rangers.

Corey Seager News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Corey Seager is being linked to one team in trade rumors

Corey Seager might potentially be going from AL West to AL East. The Texas Rangers may consider the possibility of trading away their veteran shortstop Seager if they sputter over the next several weeks, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported on Thursday.

Wyatt Langford News / Athlon Sports / July 9

Rangers Make Move After Exciting Wyatt Langford News

The Texas Rangers welcomed Wyatt Langford back to the active roster Thursday, activating the outfielder from the 10-day injured list before their series finale against the Los Angeles Angels.