Round Rock Express 2025 Roster

Hey, Rangers fans! Meet the Round Rock Express 2025 roster, marking their 11th season as a Texas Rangers affiliate and their 25th overall! This talented squad features 29 players, including 17 pitchers and 12 position players, with five more on the IL/Development list.

Highlighted by two players in the Rangers’ top 30 prospects—flamethrower Emiliano Teodo (No. 6) and infielder Justin Foscue (No. 15)—this roster is ready to make waves at Dell Diamond in 2025. Also, we can’t forget about outfielder, Evan Carter. Let’s break down the lineup and see who’s set to shine!

Pitchers (17)

The Express will start with 17 pitchers—16 right-handers and 1 left-hander—bringing a mix of experience and potential. Emiliano Teodo, the 24-year-old flamethrower ranked No. 6 in the Rangers’ top 30 prospects, leads the group with a stellar 1.98 ERA in AA Frisco last year.

Dane Dunning posted a 4.67 ERA with the Rangers, while veterans like JT Chargois (0.71 ERA in AAA Jax) and Matt Festa (1.04 ERA in AAA Round Rock) add depth. Jacob Latz, the lone lefty, impressed with a 1.59 ERA in Round Rock.

Dane Acker (25, RHP, 5-4, 3.05 ERA, FRI AA)
Joe Barlow (29, RHP, 0-0, 10.03 ERA, IND AAA)
Caleb Boushley (31, RHP, 9-6, 5.23 ERA, Twins AAA)
David Buchanan (35, RHP, 1-0, 7.53 ERA, Lou AAA)
JT Chargois (34, RHP, 0-0, 0.71 ERA, Jax AAA)
Luis Curvelo (24, RHP, 4-0, 2.57 ERA, SEA AA)
Dane Dunning (30, RHP, 0-1, 4.67 ERA, Rangers)
Matt Festa (32, RHP, 1-0, 1.04 ERA, RR AAA)
Codi Heuer (28, RHP, 0-1, 7.28 ERA, Cubs AA, injured 2023)
Nolan Hoffman (27, RHP, 8-3, 3.88 ERA, SEA AAA)
Adrian Houser (32, RHP, 0-4, 6.00 ERA, BALT AAA)
Jacob Latz (28, LHP, 0-0, 1.59 ERA, RR)
Daniel Robert (30, RHP, 4-2, 2.70 ERA, RR AAA)
Emiliano Teodo (24, RHP, 5-4, 1.98 ERA, FRI AA, Rangers No. 6 prospect)
Cole Winn (25, RHP, 0-1, 3.45 ERA, RR AAA)

Players on IL/Development List

Five players are currently on the IL or Development list, adding depth to the roster once they return.

Aidan Anderson (7-Day IL)
Ryan Garcia (7-Day IL)
Patrick Murphy (7-Day IL)
Michael Plassmeyer (Development List)
Jax Biggers (7-Day IL)

Catchers (2)

The catching duo brings veteran experience to the roster. Tucker Barnhart, 34, slashed .187/.247/.253 in AAA with Cincinnati, while Chad Wallach, 33, hit .247/.337/.430 in AAA with Salt Lake.

Tucker Barnhart (34, .187/.247/.253, CIN AAA)
Chad Wallach (33, .247/.337/.430, SL AAA)

Infielders (5)

The Express infield is loaded with talent, led by Justin Foscue, 26, ranked No. 15 in the Rangers’ top 30 prospects, who slashed .276/.420/.477 in AAA Round Rock last year. Blaine Crim, 27, hit .277/.370/.469 in AAA, while Cody Freeman, 24, posted a .264/.320/.432 line in AA Frisco. Jonathan Ornelas, 24, slashed .251/.322/.326 in AAA, and Alan Trejo, 28, brings MLB experience from the Rockies with a .265/.346/.408 line.

Blaine Crim (27, .277/.370/.469, RR AAA)
Justin Foscue (26, .276/.420/.477, RR AAA, Rangers No. 15 prospect)
Cody Freeman (24, .264/.320/.432, FRI AA)
Jonathan Ornelas (24, .251/.322/.326, RR AAA)
Alan Trejo (28, .265/.346/.408, MLB COL)

Outfielders (5)

The outfield group has serious potential, headlined by Evan Carter, who at 22 spent 2024 sidelined by injury with the Rangers. Trevor Hauver, 26, slashed .246/.360/.425 in AAA Round Rock, showing a great eye at the plate. Sam Haggerty, 30, hit .310/.388/.338 in AAA with the Mariners’ affiliate, while Dustin Harris, 25, posted .272/.358/.391 in Round Rock. Kellen Strahm, 27, rounded out the group with a .274/.369/.382 line in AAA.

Trevor Hauver (26, .246/.360/.425, RR AAA)
Evan Carter (22, 2024 injured, MLB RAN)
Sam Haggerty (30, .310/.388/.338, AAA SEA)
Dustin Harris (25, .272/.358/.391, RR AAA)
Kellen Strahm (27, .274/.369/.382, RR AAA)

Express Coaching Staff 2025

The Round Rock Express coaching staff is ready to guide this talented roster:

Doug Davis (Manager) – He sits only 73 wins away from 900 victories as a manager in the minor leagues.

Chase Lambin (Bench Coach)

Matt Lawson (Hitting Coach)

Jon Goebel (Pitching Coach, promoted from Frisco)

Dave Borkowski (Bullpen Coach)

Josh Johnson (Development Coach)

Potential Call-Ups

Let’s hope there’s no traffic jam on I-35 with Express players heading to replace injured Rangers position players! If a spot opens up, Evan Carter will definitely be the first player called up, provided he’s healthy—he’s got the talent to make an immediate impact in Arlington.

On the pitching side, Emiliano Teodo is the name to watch. He’s a prime candidate to get the call as either a closer or starter for the Rangers.

Meanwhile, I’m hoping Dane Dunning can rediscover his 2023 form while in AAA—he’s got the stuff to make a comeback!

Players I’m Excited to See in Round Rock

I’m really looking forward to watching 26-year-old Justin Foscue continue his bid to return to the Rangers after getting his first Major League hit last year. Jonathan Ornelas, also 24, is another infielder I’m rooting for as he aims to take the next step in his development.

This Round Rock Express 2025 roster is brimming with potential, and I can’t wait to see who makes the leap to the big leagues this year. Stay tuned to The Prospect Times for all the latest updates on the Rangers’ farm system—let’s cheer these guys on as they swing for the fences!

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