Rangers' Jurado working on being consistent
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Texas Rangers pitcher Ariel Jurado did not have many Panamanian ballplayers to watch when he was growing up. So he became a fan of Cliff Lee. "He's a lefty but I liked him," Jurado said Tuesday through an interpreter. "His pitches were incredible, the way he dominated on the mound."
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Texas Rangers pitcher Ariel Jurado did not have many Panamanian ballplayers to watch when he was growing up. So he became a fan of Cliff Lee. "He's a lefty but I liked him," Jurado said Tuesday through an interpreter. "His pitches were incredible, the way he dominated on the mound."
Rangers tab lefty Minor as their opening day starter vs Cubs
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - Mike Minor has been tabbed the opening day starter for the Texas Rangers, who last year gave the left-hander the opportunity to start again. New Rangers manager Chris Woodward announced the decision Sunday. Woodward says Minor earned it by how he pitched last season and by now setting a tone in spring training with his attitude and work ethic. Texas opens at home March 28...
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - Mike Minor has been tabbed the opening day starter for the Texas Rangers, who last year gave the left-hander the opportunity to start again. New Rangers manager Chris Woodward announced the decision Sunday. Woodward says Minor earned it by how he pitched last season and by now setting a tone in spring training with his attitude and work ethic. Texas opens at home March 28...
MLB Grit Invitational held in North Texas to showcase high school girls playing baseball
The weather caused a rain delay Saturday morning in Arlington for the first-ever MLB Grit Invitational designed specifically for high school girls who play baseball.
The weather caused a rain delay Saturday morning in Arlington for the first-ever MLB Grit Invitational designed specifically for high school girls who play baseball.
Rangers acquire outfielder Zack Granite from Twins
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - The Texas Rangers acquired outfielder Zack Granite from Minnesota for right-hander Xavier Moore and $50,000, and the Twins dealt Moore to the Baltimore Orioles for $750,000 in 2019-20 international signing bonus pool allocation.
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - The Texas Rangers acquired outfielder Zack Granite from Minnesota for right-hander Xavier Moore and $50,000, and the Twins dealt Moore to the Baltimore Orioles for $750,000 in 2019-20 international signing bonus pool allocation.
Minor now likely Rangers opening starter after cautious 2018
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - There were times in Mike Minor's return to a starting role last season that the left-hander got frustrated when the Texas Rangers were being cautious with him. "In the end it's probably always best," Minor said. "But when you're in the heat of the moment and trying to compete every however many days, I feel like the ball was being taken early...
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - There were times in Mike Minor's return to a starting role last season that the left-hander got frustrated when the Texas Rangers were being cautious with him. "In the end it's probably always best," Minor said. "But when you're in the heat of the moment and trying to compete every however many days, I feel like the ball was being taken early...
Rangers SS Andrus in much different spot with Beltre retired
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus prepared for the first full-squad workout at a different locker than in past springs. Now 30 and going into his 11th season, Andrus is in a much different place than just his spot in the clubhouse. With star third baseman Adrian Beltre now retired, Andrus will be assuming a bigger leadership role on a team with a lot of 20-something...
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus prepared for the first full-squad workout at a different locker than in past springs. Now 30 and going into his 11th season, Andrus is in a much different place than just his spot in the clubhouse. With star third baseman Adrian Beltre now retired, Andrus will be assuming a bigger leadership role on a team with a lot of 20-something...
Rangers Fanfest gave fans a chance to meet current, former Ranger players
The Texas Rangers opened up Globe Life Park on Saturday for this year's edition of Rangers Fanfest.
The Texas Rangers opened up Globe Life Park on Saturday for this year's edition of Rangers Fanfest.
Texas Rangers will retire Adrian Beltre's number
The Texas Rangers are retiring Adrian Beltre's uniform number.
The Texas Rangers are retiring Adrian Beltre's uniform number.
Cabrera finalizes $3.5M deal to be Rangers 3B after Beltre
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Two-time All-Star shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera will get a chance to replace a likely Hall of Fame player in Texas by shifting to the corner on the left side of the infield. Cabrera finalized a $3.5 million, one-year contract with the Rangers on Thursday to take over at third base for Adrian Beltre, who announced his retirement in November after 3,166 hits in 21 big league...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Two-time All-Star shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera will get a chance to replace a likely Hall of Fame player in Texas by shifting to the corner on the left side of the infield. Cabrera finalized a $3.5 million, one-year contract with the Rangers on Thursday to take over at third base for Adrian Beltre, who announced his retirement in November after 3,166 hits in 21 big league...
Reports: Rangers, Cabrera agree to $3.5M, 1-year deal
DALLAS (AP) - The Texas Rangers have found a veteran to play third base after the retirement of Adrian Beltre. Free agent Asdrubal Cabrera has agreed to a $3.5 million, one-year contract with the Rangers, according to a person familiar with the deal. That person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the deal was pending a successful physical for the 33-year-old...
DALLAS (AP) - The Texas Rangers have found a veteran to play third base after the retirement of Adrian Beltre. Free agent Asdrubal Cabrera has agreed to a $3.5 million, one-year contract with the Rangers, according to a person familiar with the deal. That person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the deal was pending a successful physical for the 33-year-old...
Former Rangers closer Tolleson retires after rehab setback
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Texas Rangers right-hander Shawn Tolleson has retired after a setback in the former closer's attempted comeback from Tommy John surgery. Tolleson made the announcement Wednesday, three days before his 31st birthday. He strained his right flexor tendon during a throwing session last week.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Texas Rangers right-hander Shawn Tolleson has retired after a setback in the former closer's attempted comeback from Tommy John surgery. Tolleson made the announcement Wednesday, three days before his 31st birthday. He strained his right flexor tendon during a throwing session last week.
Former Rangers pitcher John Wetteland arrested on child sex abuse charge
Ex-Texas Rangers pitcher John Wetteland was arrested Monday on a child sex abuse charge.
Ex-Texas Rangers pitcher John Wetteland was arrested Monday on a child sex abuse charge.
Sooners QB, A's prospect Kyler Murray declares for NFL draft
Kyler Murray, the first-round Major League Baseball draft pick and Heisman Trophy-winning Oklahoma quarterback, declared himself eligible for the NFL draft on Monday. Murray announced his decision in a tweet , ending his brief and storied college career. What's next for the Murray is not yet known.
Kyler Murray, the first-round Major League Baseball draft pick and Heisman Trophy-winning Oklahoma quarterback, declared himself eligible for the NFL draft on Monday. Murray announced his decision in a tweet , ending his brief and storied college career. What's next for the Murray is not yet known.
Rangers agree to 1-year deals with Mazara, DeShields
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Texas Rangers agreed to one-year contracts with Nomar Mazara and Delino DeShields, avoiding arbitration with both outfielders Friday. Mazara gets $3.3 million, a big raise over the $563,560 he made last season. DeShields received a $1.4 million deal after earning $561,500 last year. They were the only two Texas players eligible for salary arbitration this winter.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Texas Rangers agreed to one-year contracts with Nomar Mazara and Delino DeShields, avoiding arbitration with both outfielders Friday. Mazara gets $3.3 million, a big raise over the $563,560 he made last season. DeShields received a $1.4 million deal after earning $561,500 last year. They were the only two Texas players eligible for salary arbitration this winter.
MLB, union, Cuba reach deal for players to sign
Major League Baseball, its players' association and the Cuban Baseball Federation reached an agreement that will allow players from the island to sign big league contracts without defecting, an effort to eliminate the dangerous trafficking that had gone on for decades.
Major League Baseball, its players' association and the Cuban Baseball Federation reached an agreement that will allow players from the island to sign big league contracts without defecting, an effort to eliminate the dangerous trafficking that had gone on for decades.
Rangers introduce Lynn, finalize $30M, 3-year deal
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Free agent right-hander Lance Lynn has finalized a $30 million, three-year contract with the Texas Rangers. The Rangers introduced Lynn on Tuesday, completing a deal that was reached during the winter meetings subject to a successful physical. Lynn's deal includes a $4 million signing bonus, of which $3 million is payable next year and $1 million for 2020. He has...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Free agent right-hander Lance Lynn has finalized a $30 million, three-year contract with the Texas Rangers. The Rangers introduced Lynn on Tuesday, completing a deal that was reached during the winter meetings subject to a successful physical. Lynn's deal includes a $4 million signing bonus, of which $3 million is payable next year and $1 million for 2020. He has...
Rangers re-sign Bush on minor league deal amid elbow rehab
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Texas Rangers are bringing back reliever Matt Bush with a minor league contract as the right-hander recovers from elbow surgery. Texas said Monday it has agreed to minor league deals with Bush, pitchers Zac Curtis and Tim Dillard and infielder Chase d'Arnaud. They will report to major league spring training.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Texas Rangers are bringing back reliever Matt Bush with a minor league contract as the right-hander recovers from elbow surgery. Texas said Monday it has agreed to minor league deals with Bush, pitchers Zac Curtis and Tim Dillard and infielder Chase d'Arnaud. They will report to major league spring training.
Reports: Righty Lance Lynn, Rangers reach three-year deal
LAS VEGAS (AP) - Free agent right-hander Lance Lynn and the Texas Rangers reached agreement on a $30 million, three-year contract during the winter meetings, a person with direct knowledge of the agreement said. The deal is pending a physical, the person said Thursday, speaking on condition of anonymity because the contract isn't complete.
LAS VEGAS (AP) - Free agent right-hander Lance Lynn and the Texas Rangers reached agreement on a $30 million, three-year contract during the winter meetings, a person with direct knowledge of the agreement said. The deal is pending a physical, the person said Thursday, speaking on condition of anonymity because the contract isn't complete.
Rangers complete Woodward's 1st staff with 2 new assistants
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Texas Rangers have filled out new manager Chris Woodward's staff with two more assistant coaches. Texas announced Tuesday the hiring of Oscar Marin as bullpen coach and Callix Crabbe as assistant hitting coach.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Texas Rangers have filled out new manager Chris Woodward's staff with two more assistant coaches. Texas announced Tuesday the hiring of Oscar Marin as bullpen coach and Callix Crabbe as assistant hitting coach.
Chavez returns to Rangers, finalizes $8 million, 2-year deal
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Right-hander Jesse Chavez finalized an $8 million, two-year contract with the Texas Rangers on Friday, returning to the team that traded him to the Chicago Cubs last July. The 35-year-old was 5-2 with a 2.55 ERA and five saves in 62 relief appearances with the Rangers and Cubs last season. He was second in the majors among relievers with 95 1/3 innings.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Right-hander Jesse Chavez finalized an $8 million, two-year contract with the Texas Rangers on Friday, returning to the team that traded him to the Chicago Cubs last July. The 35-year-old was 5-2 with a 2.55 ERA and five saves in 62 relief appearances with the Rangers and Cubs last season. He was second in the majors among relievers with 95 1/3 innings.