The Rangers announced the hiring of Dave Bush as director of pitching strategy. Texas also announced various promotions on both the business and baseball operations sides of the organization. Bush is a new hire for Texas GM Chris Young. The 44-year-old has spent the last four seasons as pitching coach of the Red Sox. Boston fired him shortly after the conclusion of the 2023 … [Read more...] about Rangers Hire Dave Bush As Director Of Pitching Strategy
MLBTR Poll: Are The Rangers Done Spending This Winter?
After winning the 2023 World Series, the first in franchise history, the Rangers have a big decision to make. They can either rest on their laurels, having accomplished their ultimate goal well ahead of schedule, or they can double down, reconfirming their commitment to winning. There is no denying their aggressive approach over the last two years paid dividends, but will they … [Read more...] about MLBTR Poll: Are The Rangers Done Spending This Winter?
Rangers Sign Derek Hill, Andrew Knapp, Elier Hernandez To Minors Contracts
The Rangers announced seven minor league signings today, with the players all receiving invitations to the club’s big league Spring Training camp. The signings of Diego Castillo and Jesus Tinoco were previously reported, and Texas’ group included three more players with MLB experience — outfielder Derek Hill, catcher Andrew Knapp, and outfielder Elier Hernandez. Hill has seen … [Read more...] about Rangers Sign Derek Hill, Andrew Knapp, Elier Hernandez To Minors Contracts
Rangers Sign Diego Castillo To Minor League Deal
The Rangers have signed right-hander Diego Castillo to a minor league contract, according to Castillo’s player page on MLB.com. The details of the the deal aren’t clear, but presumably include an invite to big league Spring Training. Castillo, 30 next month, made his big league debut with the Rays back in 2018. Early in his career Castillo found success as a solid middle … [Read more...] about Rangers Sign Diego Castillo To Minor League Deal
Eight Teams Combine For Record $209.8MM In Luxury Tax Bills
Major League Baseball has finalized the luxury tax calculations for the 2023 season, and the eight teams over the Competitive Balance Tax threshold will combine for a total bill of $209.8MM, Ronald Blum of the Associated Press reports. Both the total number of tax-paying teams and the total sum are new records, surpassing the previous highs of six teams (in 2016 and 2022) and … [Read more...] about Eight Teams Combine For Record $209.8MM In Luxury Tax Bills