The Texas Rangers have declined reliever Andrew Chafin‘s option of $6.5 million, making him a free agent this winter. Nicknamed “Big Country” and “the Sheriff,” the 35-year-old sported an ERA of 3.51 with 70 strikeouts across 56 1/3 innings pitched in 2024. It was also announced today that right-handed pitcher Nathan Eovaldi declined his player option, making him a free agent. … [Read more...] about Rangers Decline Reliever’s Option, Granting Him Free Agency
Rangers Express Interest in Re-Signing Key Free Agent
The Texas Rangers roster is already undergoing changes just days into the offseason. Right-hander Nathan Eovaldi has opted out of his contract, becoming a free agent and testing the open market. Despite the move, Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young told reporters, including Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News, on Monday that the club has “great interest” in … [Read more...] about Rangers Express Interest in Re-Signing Key Free Agent
Rangers Young Slugger Undergoes Wrist Surgery Again
Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung‘s road to staying healthy took another bump. Jeff Wilson of AllDLLs.com reports that the highly touted Jung underwent additional wrist surgery, marking another setback in his quest for a healthy and consistent 2025 season. After a promising debut, Jung’s wrist issues have persisted, raising concerns about his durability and impact on the … [Read more...] about Rangers Young Slugger Undergoes Wrist Surgery Again
Rangers Sign GM to Multi-Year Contract Extension
The Texas Rangers announced on Friday that the team has signed general manager Chris Young to a multi-year contract extension. Young, who joined the Rangers front office in 2020, was also promoted to president of baseball operations. He has led the Rangers’ entire baseball operations group since August 2022. The 45-year-old executive had been in the final season of his previous … [Read more...] about Rangers Sign GM to Multi-Year Contract Extension
World Series MVP to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery
Last week, the Texas Rangers placed shortstop Corey Seager on the injured list with what the team initially called hip discomfort. However, the Rangers announced on Thursday that Seager will undergo season-ending sports hernia surgery on Friday. Corey Seager appears to have played his last game of 2024. https://t.co/htwRl3Pugj pic.twitter.com/4iTZKbeUHM — theScore (@theScore) … [Read more...] about World Series MVP to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery