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Rangers’ Jake Burger Now Finalist for Prestigious MLPBA Award

Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger has had an up-and-down two years with the franchise on the field. But off the field he’s been incredible. Burger is a finalist for the Players Choice Philanthropist of the Year Award, which was announced earlier this week.

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This Number Defined Rangers Prospect Sebastian Walcott’s Return from Injury

The Texas Rangers don't want to push Sebastian Walcott, but they want to make sure he gets as much development as possible before what could be a pivotal 2027.

Corey Seager News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 15

Examining the Two Sides of Corey Seager’ Worst Season with Rangers

Even with injuries in 2023, 2024 and 2025, Texas Rangers slugger Corey Seager produced. That changed in 2026. Seager spent three different stretches on the injured list, twice with lower back inflammation and once with concussion symptoms.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 15

Did Rangers Offense Get Any Better at Globe Life Field in 2026?

When it comes to the Texas Rangers’ offense, there are plenty of theories as to why it has fallen off precipitously since its world championship season in 2023.

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The 'MLB K-leaders by league' quiz

How many of the league leaders in Ks for both the American and National League since the year 2000 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Single-season rookie K-leaders' quiz

The 'All-time K-leaders by MLB club' quiz

The '2026 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

MacKenzie Gore News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 14

Was Texas Rangers Trade for MacKenzie Gore Worth it in 2026?

The Texas Rangers shook up their starting rotation and their minor league system in January with the trade for MacKenzie Gore. The Rangers wanted a left-handed pitcher with what they felt was room to improve and multiple years of control.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 14

Assessing Gold Glove Winning Chances of Four Rangers Finalists

The Gold Glove is baseball's highest honor for defense. The Texas Rangers could be well represented when the awards are announced next month. The finalists at each position in the American and National Leagues were announced on Wednesday and four Texas players were among them.

Jake Burger News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 13

Intriguing Statistics Defined How Jake Burger Led, Frustrated Rangers in 2026

The Texas Rangers traded for Jake Burger before the 2025 season to get some cheap, controllable power. In 2026 he finally became that power source. But

Peyton Gray News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 13

Why Rangers Never Optioned Peyton Gray Back to Minors After MLB Debut

It took Peyton Gray nearly a decade to get from college to the Majors. Once he got there, the 31-year-old Texas Rangers rookie didn’t disappoint. Of all the rookie pitchers the Rangers used in 2026, Gray proved to be the most consistent.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 13

Three Texas Rangers to Trade This Offseason — and Why

When the World Series ends, the Texas Rangers are going to have approximately a month to make as many moves as possible. It's unlikely to be a typical offseason.

Chase Silseth News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 13

Was Rangers Trade Deadline Deal for Chase Silseth, Logan O’Hoppe Worth It?

When the Texas Rangers traded for Los Angeles Angels reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O’Hoppe, there was hope in the air. It was the first move the Rangers made leading up to the deadline.

Cameron Cauley News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 12

How Cameron Cauley’s Top Trait Can Afford Rangers Patience with Development

Since the Texas Rangers selected Cameron Cauley in the third round of the 2021 MLB draft, scouts and player evaluators have been impressed with his mix of athleticism and offense.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Nathan Eovaldi News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 12

Why Nathan Eovaldi Lost His Usual Rangers Consistency in 2026

The Texas Rangers’ best signing before the 2023 season might not have been Jacob deGrom. It might have been Nathan Eovaldi. The right-hander from Alvin, Texas, the same hometown as Rangers legend Nolan Ryan, was a primary driver of the Rangers’ first World Series title while deGrom was, unfortunately, on the injured list.

Chris Young News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 12

Why This Could Be the Most Important Offseason Yet for the Rangers Front Office

Texas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young calls himself a hyper-competitive individual. Lately, that competitive nature hasn't led the Rangers back to the postseason.

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The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 12

Why Rangers Prospect Paxton Kling is an Arizona Fall League Top Performer

The performance of Texas Rangers outfield Paxton Kling has been hard to keep up with during the first week of the Arizona Fall League. After all, there aren't many players hitting like him in the AFL right now.

Jacob Latz News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 12

Why Becoming Rangers Closer Took All-Star Jacob Latz by Surprise

By the end of the 2026 season, Jacob Latz had established himself as the Texas Rangers closer. Not just for that season but for the future. It was a startling development.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 11

If the Rangers Want to Return to the Postseason, This Has to Change

The Texas Rangers were one game away from going to the postseason for the first time since their World Series run this season. Instead, a rough final weekend sent them home.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / October 11

Ranking the Texas Rangers Top 5 Offseason Priorities

For Texas Rangers fans, there's certainly a segment that would love nothing more than for president of baseball operations Chris Young to tear the thing down.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 10

Braves are being linked to a former World Series MVP after playoff exit

The Atlanta Braves may be ready to take a big swing after a fifth consecutive year of failing to make it past the NLDS.

Tyler Mahle hoping to remain with Atlanta Braves

The 'National League Rookies of the Year' quiz

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.

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.

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.

Chris Young News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 29