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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 17
Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Retires, Hired as Rangers First Base Coach
The Texas Rangers have hired former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Travis Jankowski as their first base coach. The 34-year-old played in 21 games for the Chicago White Sox, Tampa Bay Rays, and New York Mets during the 2025 season, slashing .244/.286/.289 with two extra-base hits and two stolen bases.
MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 16
Travis Jankowski Hopes to Unlock Speed out of Young Rangers Slugger
Having played for the Texas Rangers for two seasons, many of the players that Travis Jankowski played with in 2023-24 are still with the team. Now a first base coach on new manager Skip Schumaker’s staff, it makes sense that in addition to coaching first base the veteran outfielder will probably work with the Rangers’ outfielders on defense, too.
MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 15
Why Travis Jankowski Chose Rangers Coaching Staff Over Playing Career
For Travis Jankowski, the text message was a bit out of blue. But, then again, he and Skip Schumaker go way back. The former Texas Rangers outfielder played with Schumaker, now the Rangers’ manager, when the pair were in San Diego in 2016.
The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / November 14
Friday morning Rangers things 
Good morning, LSB. On MLB Awards night, Jacob deGrom was named AL Comeback Player of the Year. Shawn McFarland writes about Travis Jankowski signing on as the Rangers first base coach already with the respect of the players — including the ones who took his job.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / November 13
Rangers World Series Favorite Travis Jankowski Returns as New Coach
The Texas Rangers will have a new look coaching staff in 2026 under manager Skip Schumaker. Several coaches departed including former manager Bruce Bochy, pitching coach Mike Maddux, catching coach Bobby Wilson, third base coach Tony Beasley, and hitting coach Bret Boone.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12
Rangers hire Travis Jankowski as first base coach
The Rangers announced a few coaching staff hirings Wednesday afternoon. Most notably, they’ve named Travis Jankowski their first base coach. That suggests the 34-year-old is retiring after a playing career that spanned parts of 11 big league campaigns.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 15
Former Mets fan favorite elects free agency following DFA
For the third time this season, veteran center fielder Travis Jankowski will be a free agent. Following his DFA from the New York Mets last week, Jankowski cleared waivers and has officially elected free agency instead of returning to Triple-A.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 14
Veteran outfielder elects free agency
That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Mets last week.
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.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10
Mets designate former World Series champion for assignment
The Mets announced Thursday that they’ve designated outfielder Travis Jankowski for assignment. His spot on the active roster goes to Luisangel Acuña, who has been recalled from Triple-A Syracuse.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 24
New Mets Player Breaks Silence After Joining the Team
As the New York Mets navigate what has been a season-worst stretch of play, pressure continues to mount on manager Carlos Mendoza and president of baseball operations David Stearns to find answers.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 23
New York Mets send down promising infielder, call-up veteran outfielder
Ahead of a crucial four-game series against the Atlanta Braves, the New York Mets are making a slew of roster moves. After signing lefty reliever Dicky
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23
Mets Select Travis Jankowski, Option Luisangel Acuña
The Mets announced a series of roster moves today, including the previously-reported signing of left-hander Richard Lovelady. The Mets announced his name as “Dicky Lovelady” and Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports that the southpaw has indeed requested that name change.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 10
New York Mets bring back fan favorite outfielder on minor league deal
The New York Mets added some outfield depth on Tuesday, reuniting with veteran Travis Jankowski on a minor league deal. Jankowski, a former Mets fan-favorite, cleared waivers last week and elected free agency after his release from the Tampa Bay Rays.
New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 10
New York Mets Work to Bolster Roster, Sign World Series Champion to Minor League Deal
According to a report from Anthony Dicomo of MLB.com, the New York Mets have signed former World Series champion Travis Jankowski to a minor-league deal.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Athlon Sports / June 5
Tampa Bay Rays Outfielder Travis Jankowski Clears Waivers, Becomes Free Agent
There definitely was a need for outfielders with the Tampa Bay Rays for a period of time. Travis Jankowski performed admirably for the team, but there ended up being no room for him on the 40-man roster.
Tampa Bay Rays News / Field Level Media / May 15
Rays place Travis Jankowski (groin) on IL, activate Josh Lowe
The Tampa Bay Rays placed outfielder Travis Jankowski on the 10-day injured list on Thursday because of a left groin strain. In a corresponding move, the Rays activated outfielder Josh Lowe from the 10-day IL.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 10
Rays top Brewers on Travis Jankowski's walk-off single
Travis Jankowski connected for a walk-off RBI single to lift the Tampa Bay Rays to a 3-2 win over the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Jankowski knocked the ball into left field off Milwaukee reliever Grant Anderson (1-2), scoring Kameron Misner, who had drawn a walk and stole second.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 15
Former Padres First Round Pick, Veteran Outfielder Signs With MLB's Worst Team
The Chicago White Sox signed outfielder Travis Jankowski earlier this week to a minor league contract. Jankowski made his Major League debut with the San Diego Padres in 2015.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 13
Chicago Cubs lose 2023 World Series champion to crosstown rival
The Chicago Cubs have departed to Japan, taking 31 players with them as they begin their regular season against the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 18 and
MLB News / ChiCitySports / March 12
Chicago White Sox outfielder provides hilarious quote after joining the squad
The Chicago White Sox have been hit by the injury bug this spring and needed to add to their depth to compensate for the loss. Recently, the White Sox signed outfielder Travis Jankowski to a minor-league deal with an invite to spring training to possibly be a backup outfielder on the Sox bench.
MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / March 12
Travis Jankowski Signs With White Sox
Former Chicago Cubs outfielder Travis Jankowski has signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox. It’s currently unclear when the Cubs released Jankowski, but he was redirected to the Minor League camp on Sunday.
MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / February 22
Cubs Sign Travis Jankowski to Minor-League Deal
The Chicago Cubs continue to add to their spring training roster. After agreeing to terms with Greg Allen on Friday, the team is also adding another outfielder in Travis Jankowski. If the 33-year-old can hit the ground running in camp, the Cubs could have the perfect veteran on the bench.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29, 2024
Watch: White Sox find a new, excruciating way to lose
It's no secret that the 2024 season has been rough for the Chicago White Sox, but Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers proved that even things that look good turn out terribly for the MLB's basement dweller.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 20, 2024
Magnanimous Man: Rangers Travis Jankowski Remains Cool About His Role
Travis Jankowski didn’t need a sales pitch to return to the Texas Rangers — he just needed a contract. Once he got the offer, there wasn’t much debate about what to do.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2022
OF Travis Jankowski could return to Mets next week at Braves
Jankowski has been away from the Mets since he suffered a left fourth metacarpal fracture in late May that required him to undergo surgery.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 27, 2022
Mets' Travis Jankowski out six to eight weeks after hand surgery
While Jankowski currently has a 10-day IL designation, he underwent a procedure at the Hospital for Special Surgery and is expected to miss six to eight weeks of action.
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