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Sep 13, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA;  Texas Rangers shortstop Josh Smith (8) hits a single during the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

Vindication For Josh Smith! Texas Rangers Infielder Earns Silver Slugger Award After Career-Best 2024

Texas Rangers infielder Josh Smith won the American League Silver Slugger Award for the utility position after a career-best 2024.

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Sep 13, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA;  Texas Rangers shortstop Josh Smith (8) hits a single during the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images
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Vindication For Josh Smith! Texas Rangers Infielder Earns Silver Slugger Award After Career-Best 2024

Texas Rangers infielder Josh Smith won the American League Silver Slugger Award for the utility position after a career-best 2024.

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Sep 22, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers left fielder Wyatt Langford (36) celebrates with shortstop Josh Smith (8) and second baseman Marcus Semien (2) and right fielder Adolis Garcia (53) after Langford hits a three run home run against the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Another Reason To Hate Yankees! Colton Cowser Deserves AL Rookie Honor, But Texas Rangers' Wyatt Langford Snubbed

Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford finished with a historic September but was not one of three finalists for the A.L. Rookie of the Year award.

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Feb 20, 2024; Surprise, AZ, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher Marc Church (68) poses for a photo during Media Day at Surprise Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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Texas Rangers Send Largest Contingent Of Prospects To Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game

The Texas Rangers have five players selected to the Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game on Saturday, including hard-throwing relief pitcher Marc Church.

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Aerial drone view of Surprise Stadium, Cactus League home of the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals, in Surprise on Jan. 9, 2019.
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Texas Rangers Spring Training Schedule, Including Game Times, Ticket Information

The Texas Rangers are scheduled to play 33 spring training games, including two exhibition games against the Kansas City Royals at Globe Life Field on March 24-25.

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Jul 26, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A hat and glove of a Texas Rangers player during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre.
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Pair of Texas Rangers Pitching Prospects Claim Arizona Fall League Award

Two of the Texas Rangers’ pitching prospects had a great week in the final days of the Arizona Fall League.

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Sep 24, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (17) delivers a pitch against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
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National League Power Shows Interest In Star Texas Rangers Free Agent Nathan Eovaldi

The Texas Rangers are sure to have competition as they try and lure their top free-agent pitcher back for 2025.

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Sep 10, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Miami Marlins manager Skip Schumaker (45) looks on from the dugout against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fifth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Did Texas Rangers Just Hire Their Next Manager? Former Miami Marlins Skipper Named Front Office Adviser

Skip Schumaker is joining the Texas Rangers as a senior advisor to Chris Young and the former manager's bench coach Luis Urueta is the club's new bench coach.

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Ross Fenstermaker, left, was named the Texas Rangers general manager, and Cole Figueroa was named assistant GM on Monday. Previous GM Chris Young was promoted to club president this summer.
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Texas Rangers Waste No Time, Fill Out Front Office, Announce New Hitting Coach

Ross Fenstermaker was promoted to Texas Rangers general manager and Cole Figueroa was named assistant GM on Monday.

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Sep 24, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (17) delivers a pitch against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images
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Texas Rangers Remain Hopeful Re-Signing Free Agent Nathaniel Eovaldi Fits Tight Budget

Texas Rangers right-hander Nathaniel Eovaldi is a free agent after declining his $20 million option for 2025. Rangers front office hopes to lure him back.

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Jul 21, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Texas Rangers relief pitcher Kirby Yates (39) throws during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Corey Seager, Kirby Yates Lead Texas Rangers 2024 Team Award Winners

The 2024 Texas Rangers team awards winners include rookie Wyatt Langford, Josh Smith, and Travis Jankowski.

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Aug 28, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) hits an RBI-single against the Chicago White Sox during the seventh inning of game one of the doubleheader at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Three Texas Rangers Infielders Named Silver Slugger Finalists

Three Texas Rangers infielders have been named finalists for the American League Silver Slugger Awards.

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Sep 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell (7) pitches during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.
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MLB Insider Lists Rangers As Possible Fit For Two-Time Cy Young Winner

The Texas Rangers would have to spend far above what they're expected to spend this offseason to sign former Cy Young winner Blake Snell.

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Aug 4, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Roansy Contreras (57) reacts after throwing the final out against the New York Mets during the ninth inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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Texas Rangers Start Offseason By Claiming Reliever From AL West Rival

The Texas Rangers began assembling their 2025 Major League roster with a waiver claim of a right-handed reliever.

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Oct 31, 2024; New York, New York, USA; The Los Angeles Dodgers pose for a picture with the Commissioner’s Trophy after beating the New York Yankees in game four to win the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Move Over Houston Astros, Latest World Series Title Makes Los Angeles Dodgers MLB's True Dynasty

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their eighth World Series title and their second in the past five seasons, by beating the New York Yankees in five games on Wednesday.

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Jul 29, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy (15) and associate manager Will Venable (83) watch on as San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish (11) pitches during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images
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Texas Rangers Lose Another Coach As Chicago White Sox Set To Hire Will Venable As Next Manager

The Texas Rangers are looking to fill two coaching vacancies with hitting coach Tim Hyers gone to Atlanta and assistant manager Will Venable becoming the Chicago White Sox's manager.

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Oct 28, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with his teammates after defeating the New York Yankees in game three of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
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How Rare Are World Series Sweeps? Los Angeles Dodgers Can Sweep New York Yankees Tonight

In the previous 119 World Series, only 19 have finished in sweeps, and the last time it happened was 12 years ago.

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Apr 8, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Shane Bieber (57) is introduced before a game against the Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field.
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Texas Rangers Linked as Contender to Sign Free Agent Cy Young Winner

Pursuing this Cy Young winner, however, would come with some risk for the Texas Rangers in 2025.

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Jun 3, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers associate manager Will Venable (83) watches from the dugout during the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field. Venable fills in as acting manager for manager Bruce Bochy (not pictured) who misses game due to person reasons. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Chicago White Sox Continue To Covet Texas Rangers Associate Manager Will Venable, Per Report

Texas Rangers manager-in-waiting Will Venable continues to draw interest from clubs looking for a manager.

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Oct 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) hits a single in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game one of the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.
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MLB Insider Views Texas Rangers As Potential Option For Free Agent Slugger

The Texas Rangers would have to spend far above what they're expected to spend this offseason to lure this free agent.

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Oct 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) hits a grand slam home run in the tenth inning against the New York Yankees during game one of the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Watch Los Angeles Dodgers Freddie Freeman Hit Walk-Off Grand Slam To Beat New York Yankees in World Series Game 1

The Los Angeles Dodgers were down to their final out before Freddie Freeman's walk-off grand slam beat the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the World Series.

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Feb 21, 2023; Surprise, AZ, USA; Texas Rangers coach Tim Hyers (75) poses for a photo during photo day at Surprise Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images
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Texas Rangers Hitting Coach Tim Hyers Leaves For Same Job With Atlanta Braves

The Texas Rangers hitting coach over the past three seasons Tim Hyers is going home to Atlanta to be the hitting coach for the Braves.

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Mar 15, 2024; Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Arizona, USA; General view of a Texas Rangers hat, glove, and glasses prior to a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick.
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Texas Rangers Pitching Prospect From Area High School Proving Worth in Arizona Fall League

One of the Texas Rangers’ top 30 prospects is putting together a strong month in the Arizona Fall League.

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Players warm up for batting practice at Arizona Fall League media day at Scottsdale Stadium during media day on Oct. 4, 2024, in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Texas Rangers Rising Prospect Continues Hot Hitting in Arizona Fall League

One of the Texas Rangers’ top hitting prospects has continued his hot bat after two weeks in the Arizona Fall League.

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Oct 16, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers third base Max Muncy (13) reacts after hitting a home run against the New York Mets in the ninth inning during game three of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Texas Connections Run Deep in 2024 World Series Between Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees

There are at least 10 players and coaches between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees with ties to the Texas Rangers, or the state of Texas.

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Aug 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Willi Castro (50) slides under the throw to Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien (2) during the game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Looking For Seconds! Texas Rangers Infielders Named Rawlings Gold Glove Finalists

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien and first baseman Nathaniel Lowe are seeking their second Gold Glove Awards.

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