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
Lenny Randle, Infielder Who Assaulted His Manager, Has Passed Away
Lenny Randle, best known for fracturing his manager’s cheekbone and attempting to blow a ball foul, has passed away. He was 75 years old. Really sad to hear of the passing of Lenny Randle. Guy was such a great character and a solid player. He absolutely loved baseball and stayed active his entire life. Plus he starred in this fantastic Mariners jacket commercial. RIP Lenny … [Read more...] about Lenny Randle, Infielder Who Assaulted His Manager, Has Passed Away
Andrew Cashner’s Stock Needs To Rise This Winter
Long time San Diego Padre pitcher Andrew Cashner signed a one-year, $10MM dollar deal with the Texas Rangers last winter. Although Cashner was expected to be one of the top young pitchers a few years ago, the deal that Cashner signed with the Rangers was one of the bigger payouts for a one-year deal. Cashner is hoping that he will be signing an even bigger contract at the end … [Read more...] about Andrew Cashner’s Stock Needs To Rise This Winter
Report: Texas Rangers to sign RP Seung-hwan Oh
While fans continue to wait for many of the top free agents to sign, it is being reported that the Texas Rangers have agreed to terms with RP Seung-hwan Oh. Oh is coming off of a bit of a down year in 2017 after posting fantastic numbers as a rookie in 2016. The 2018 season will be Oh’s third in MLB, but he will turn 36 in July after spending a number of years in Korea and … [Read more...] about Report: Texas Rangers to sign RP Seung-hwan Oh