Cameron Zunkel

Cameron Zunkel

Cameron Zunkel is a sports writer from the western suburbs of Chicago. He played Division-II baseball at the University of Illinois at Springfield where he earned a masters degree in Communication. Cameron also played independent league baseball for the Joliet Slammers and Schaumburg Boomers of the Frontier League. He has been in journalism for the better part of two years now, and has a passion for baseball specifically. His other work includes writing sports betting articles for ClutchPoints. In his free time, you can catch Cam at the gym, on the golf course, or coaching the youth in the beautiful sport of baseball.

Aug 19, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning at Globe Life Field.
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Texas Rangers All-Star Shortstop Projected To Be Among Team’s Best Players in 2025

The Texas Rangers All-Star shortstop has led the team in WAR in each year he has been with the team, and this season will be no different.

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Sep 8, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks designated hitter Joc Pederson (3) celebrates in the dugout after scoring a run during the third inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.
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Texas Rangers Trying Out Newly-Signed Slugger at First Base This Spring

The Texas Rangers are in search of a backup first baseman, and they are seeing if their new slugger can be the fit.

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Jun 25, 2022; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher Joe Barlow (68) pitches against the Washington Nationals during the ninth inning at Globe Life Field.

Former Texas Rangers Reliever Returns After Signing Minor-League Deal

The Texas Rangers are still searching for bullpen help, and they just signed another reliever to put in the mix.

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Sep 12, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Kumar Rocker (80) walks towards the dugout after the final out against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at T-Mobile Park.
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Two Texas Rangers Top Pitching Prospects Could Make Opening-Day Roster

The Texas Rangers have plenty of pitching heading into 2025, but these two top pitching prospects could break camp with the team.

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May 2, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers center fielder Evan Carter (32) hits a singles and drives in a run against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Globe Life Field.
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Texas Rangers Could Turn to Young Outfielder to Bat Leadoff This Season

The Texas Rangers have some things to figure out during Spring Training and choosing a leadoff hitter is at towards the top of that list.

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Sep 11, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Chris Martin (55) throws a pitch against the Baltimore Orioles in the seventh inning at Fenway Park.
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Texas Rangers Face Limited Choices in Their Search for Reliable Closer Option

The Texas Rangers lost a few of their high-leverage bullpen arms to free agency, and they are still looking for suitable replacements.

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Sep 6, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Former Texas Ranger Elvis Andres waves to fans after his son Elvis threw out the first pitch before the game between the Texas Rangers and the Los Angeles Angels at Globe Life Field. Andrus retired as a Texas Ranger after playing the first 12 seasons of his 15-year Major League career in Arlington.
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Texas Rangers Fan Favorite, Franchise Legend Selected to Team's Hall of Fame

One of the Texas Rangers franchise legends and fan favorite has been selected as the 27th member of the team's Hall of Fame.

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Dec 10, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy speaks with the media at the Hilton Anatole during the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings.
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Recent Projections Show Texas Rangers as Surprising Favorites in AL West Race

The Texas Rangers failed to make the playoffs in 2024, but things are looking up heading into this season.

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Sep 17, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers left fielder Wyatt Langford (36) hits a ground run double against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Globe Life Field. | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Could Wyatt Langford Become Texas Rangers Best Player This Season?

The Texas Rangers have plenty of young talent on their team, but their former top draft pick stands out above the rest.

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