Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said Friday that he’s more optimistic that Corey Seager will be ready for Opening Day, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reports. The two-time World Series MVP had offseason hernia surgery but is coming along nicely this spring and should be ready to go. Seager has resumed swinging a bat and has been taking ground balls and playing catch in … [Read more...] about More “Optimism” That World Series MVP Will Be Ready for Opening Day
Rangers First Baseman Injures Oblique, Could Miss Opening Day
Texas Rangers first baseman Nathaniel Lowe has never had his name on the injured list in his professional career. But after experiencing a right oblique strain while batting, Lowe could make his injured list debut and miss Opening Day. According to Rangers manager Bruce Bochy, the injury will sideline the 28-year-old for at least a “little bit.” While the Rangers plan to … [Read more...] about Rangers First Baseman Injures Oblique, Could Miss Opening Day
Five Cubs Games That Could Set the Tone Early on in the Season
A common saying is that a division cannot be won in the first month, but it certainly can be lost. Even though there is a strong emphasis on the last two weeks of the season, the games in the standings count just as much in April as they do in September. With some uncertainty surrounding the ballclub, some games will matter more for the Wrigley Nine. Therefore, let’s look at … [Read more...] about Five Cubs Games That Could Set the Tone Early on in the Season
Veteran Reliever Signs a One-Year Deal with Rangers
One of the oldest, yet most reliable bullpen arms has officially come off the market. David Robertson has signed a one-year deal with the Texas Rangers, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Per Passan, the deal is in the range of $11-12 million. Between the New York Mets and Miami Marlins in 2023, Robertson tossed 65 1/3 innings with a 3.03 ERA and a 1.194 WHIP. He is expected to … [Read more...] about Veteran Reliever Signs a One-Year Deal with Rangers
Rangers Sign Convalescing Veteran Starter to Two-Year Deal
The defending champs are bulking up their roster even further. The Texas Rangers signed right-hander Tyler Mahle to a two-year, $22 million deal. Texas officially announced the deal on social media Thursday evening after multiple reporters broke the news earlier. Right-handed starter Tyler Mahle and the Texas Rangers are in agreement on a two-year, $22 million contract, … [Read more...] about Rangers Sign Convalescing Veteran Starter to Two-Year Deal