With 2024 closer Kirby Yates now with the Los Angeles Dodgers and 2023 postseason hero José Leclerc joining the Athletics, the Texas Rangers bullpen will look drastically different in 2025. What’s more surprising is that no pitcher who recorded a save for the Rangers last season will return, leaving a group that posted a 4.41 ERA and converted 38 of 57 save chances to rebuild. … [Read more...] about Bruce Bochy Names Key Contenders for Rangers Closer Role
A Dark Horse Contender Emerging in the Rangers Outfield Battle
The Texas Rangers signed outfielder Kevin Pillar on Sunday, adding to an already deep group of outfielders at spring training. While a majority of 26-man rosters are generally set, a team like the Rangers will be evaluating battles for a final spot on the bench. MLB.com’s Kennedi Landry believes the 36-year-old Pillar is a dark horse candidate to make the Opening Day … [Read more...] about A Dark Horse Contender Emerging in the Rangers Outfield Battle
Former Top-Five Draft Pick Could Force His Way Into the Rangers Rotation
With right shoulder and Tommy John surgeries behind him, Kumar Rocker showed why the Texas Rangers made him the No. 3 pick in the 2022 MLB Draft. The former Vanderbilt star reclaimed his wipeout mid-80’s slider while working with a 95-98 mph fastball that touches 100. He dominated in the minors, posting a 1.96 ERA and a stellar 55/5 K/BB ratio over 36 2/3 innings before making … [Read more...] about Former Top-Five Draft Pick Could Force His Way Into the Rangers Rotation
GM Chris Young Looking to Bolster Rangers Bullpen
Texas Rangers general manager Chris Young has outlined the Rangers’ priority of amplifying their bullpen needs with an affordable market value. The Rangers have lost three relievers to free agency, with one already finding a new home. Jose Leclerc signed a one-year $10 million deal with the Athletics on Friday. Texas will also likely lose David Robertson and Kirby Yates to free … [Read more...] about GM Chris Young Looking to Bolster Rangers Bullpen
Rangers Sign Chris Martin to One-Year Deal
After a busy week leading up to Christmas, when the Texas Rangers traded their long-time first baseman Nathaniel Lowe and signed veteran slugger Joc Pederson, the front office has been relatively quiet going into the new year. The Rangers’ inactivity soon ended when it was announced this evening that the team had signed veteran relief pitcher Chris Martin to a one-year deal. In … [Read more...] about Rangers Sign Chris Martin to One-Year Deal