The Minor League Baseball Development List: What Fans Need to Know
When I first came across the term 'Development List,' I didn’t fully understand its purpose or significance in the Minor League system. After some research, here’s what I’ve discovered and why it’s an important tool for player development.
Texas Rangers prospect Josh Stephan impressed in the AFL
The Arizona Fall League (AFL) season wrapped up on Saturday, with the Surprise Saguaros falling short in a 3-2 loss to the Rafters in the AFL Championship game. Despite the loss, Texas Rangers pitching prospect Josh Stephan definitely made a mark on the AFL this season. Standing at 6'3" and weighing 185 pounds, Stephan turned heads with his performance in the AFL regular season, earning the honor of starting the championship game for the Saguaros. The Saguaros are a collection of prospects fro
Free Agency Refresh Vol. 1
Welcome to Free Agency Refresh! With the offseason in full swing, I'm going to spend each week recapping all the biggest free agency news along with potential targets for the Rangers. While we all have our offseason wish list, one thing has been made clear thus far from the Rangers; they do not want to pay into the luxury tax again in 2025. Does this mean the Rangers won't be active in the free agent market? Not at all! In 2024, the Rangers had a total payroll of just over $225M. Entering 2025,
Josh Smith Wins Silver Slugger: Rangers’ Utility Shined in 2024
Josh Smith’s versatility and reliability at the plate have earned him well-deserved recognition. After stepping up for the Texas Rangers in a year marked by key injuries across the infield, Smith was awarded the American League Silver Slugger at the utility position, an impressive accomplishment for a player who adapted to multiple roles with seamless ease. Smith, now 27, made his mark by hitting .258 with 13 home runs across 592 plate appearances — more than doubling his previous season high.
5 Rangers named to Arizona Fall League Fall Star Game
On November 8th it was announced that 5 Texas Rangers prospects were selected to participate in the Arizona Fall League Fall Stars game The first one was 2B/SS Max Acosta. Acosta has hit .305 in the 16 games he's played in 12 runs while collecting 8 XBH with one of them leaving the yard. He has also tallied 7 SBs this fall showcasing his skill set on the basepath as he continues. Acosta saw his OPS jump up 75 points in 2024 and has continued his hot hand in the Fall League. Secondly, we have t
Rōki Sasaki and the Texas Rangers: Could Japan’s Ace Join the Rotation in 2025?
The Texas Rangers have an exciting opportunity this offseason with the news that Rōki Sasaki, widely regarded as Japan’s top pitching talent, is coming to MLB. The Chiba Lotte Marines announced they’ll make Sasaki available via the posting system, giving the Rangers (and every other MLB team) a chance to add this incredible arm to their rotation. As a Rangers fan, the thought of adding Sasaki to our rotation is incredibly exciting, especially given the bargain he’d be compared to the usual c
Texas Rangers Add Reliever Luis Curvelo to Strengthen Bullpen in 2025
As Texas Rangers fans, we've all seen how much the bullpen needs help—and it looks like the front office is making moves to address it. The Rangers are closing in on a deal with 24-year-old right-handed reliever Luis Curvelo, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. This isn't just any signing; it’s expected to be a major league contract, showing that the Rangers see real potential in this young arm. Just last week, Morosi described Curvelo as "one of the most popular free agents" at the GM Meet
Performances from Texas Rangers Prospects in the Arizona Fall League
With the Arizona Fall League (AFL) wrapping up, the Texas Rangers prospects on the Surprise Saguaros roster (14-7) have made notable impressions. There isn’t much time left to improve their stats, with the AFL Play-In Semifinals set for Friday, November 15, and the Championship game the day after. Here’s a breakdown of their current stats—and some thoughts on what they mean for these players. Hitters Alejandro Osuna, CF (22 years old) Osuna’s numbers speak volumes: a .364/.512/.561 slash line
The Texas Rangers Should Sign Juan Soto
As part of a series of our armchair GM pieces, I wanted to dive into a hypothetical, highly unlikely, yet intriguing idea: why the Texas Rangers should pursue one of the game’s best talents, Juan Soto. While it may sound far-fetched, Soto is still in his prime, and securing his talents would push the Rangers to having the best lineup in baseball. Can you imagine a lineup consisting of Corey Seager, Marcus Semien, Juan Soto, Wyatt Langford and Adolis Garcia? Of course, I'd be counting on a bounc
Is It Time to Move On From These Rangers?
The World Series begins tonight, which means we are that much closer to the beginning of Free Agency in the MLB. For the Rangers, a lot of questions need answers this offseason, including what the payroll number Ray Davis and company are comfortable spending in 2025. Early discussions lead everyone to believe the Rangers will not be heavy spenders again this offseason as they look to stay under the Luxury Tax threshold this upcoming season. Don't confuse that with the idea that the Rangers fron