Rangers bring back World Series Hero on a Minor League Deal
The Texas Rangers announced Tuesday they are bringing back World Series hero right-handed pitcher Josh Sborz on a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training, the club confirmed. After exploring the free-agent market this offseason and with the Rangers still looking to solidify their bullpen, the reunion became a mutually beneficial agreement. Sborz was non-tendered by the club months ago as part of an effort to create salary cap flexibility heading into the offseason. Sborz etched his
First-Ever Banana Ball Player Draft Results: Every Pick and Round
The first ever Banana Ball Player Draft allowed the expansion teams Indianapolis Clowns and Loco Beach Coconuts to fill their rosters, resulting in 88 strategic picks—including former MLB All-Star Jackie Bradley Jr.—as teams prepare for the 2026 season.
Recap of the middle rounds from the Banana Ball Draft
Coconuts Lead Selections in Round 2 of Draft Following an impactful Round 1, the Coconuts held the first pick in Round 2, setting the stage for continued strategic selections. Round 2 1. Coconuts – Tanner Allen, OF: Allen's collegiate career at Mississippi State University from 2018-2021 is notably impressive. He earned accolades including SEC Player of the Year, Consensus All-American, ABCA National Player of the Year, and All-Tournament Team honors, culminating in a College World Series c