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Texas signs veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor-league deal with an invitation to spring training, where his right-handed bat could serve as bench depth and a platoon option alongside Joc Pederson in the outfield.
The Texas Rangers unveiled a 12-foot bronze statue, 'One Riot, One Ranger,' at Globe Life Field in Arlington, reviving a figure that stood at Dallas Love Field for decades before its 2020 removal amid controversy sparked by a book detailing brutality and racism in the Ranger history; officials say the organization acknowledges difficult history while honoring the service of many Rangers, and the statue will greet fans at the left-field concourse.
Ruben Ray Martinez, 23, was shot and killed by a Homeland Security Investigation agent in South Padre Island in March 2025 after failing to exit his vehicle; ICE says the shooting was self-defense, but his family questions the account and is calling for a full investigation as the Texas Rangers review the case. No video footage has surfaced, and the incident sits in the broader context of recent federal immigration-enforcement killings that have sparked protests.
The Texas Rangers signed left-handed pitcher Austin Gomber to a minor league contract with an invitation to Spring Training, adding pitching depth after addressing rotation needs with the Gore acquisition. Gomber, a 32-year-old veteran who debuted with St. Louis in 2018 and spent time with Colorado and Chicago, has struggled in recent seasons, notably in 2025, but posted solid Triple-A numbers and could compete for a fifth spot in camp, potentially breaking into the MLB rotation if spring results or injuries create an opening.
Texas traded five minor leaguers to add left-hander MacKenzie Gore, hoping his front-line upside can be unlocked in a Texas rotation behind a healthy Eovaldi and deGrom. Gore, 26 turning 27, is under club control for 2026–27 at a modest $5.6M and has flashed TORP (top-of-rotation pitcher) ability in bursts, but has battled command issues and injuries that have limited him to 2-3 win seasons overall. If Texas can refine his pitch usage and location, this could be a cost-controlled TORP upgrade; if not, he remains a solid 2-3 win pitcher and valuable depth for a playoff contender.
The Washington Post surveyed MLB evaluators to gauge the return the Washington Nationals received for MacKenzie Gore after he was traded to the Texas Rangers. Gore’s ace ceiling remains the centerpiece of the deal, but the announced package—including Abimelec Ortiz, Gavin Fien, Alejandro Rosario, Yeremy Cabrera, and Devin Fitz-Gerald—is viewed as a high-upside, mixed-prospect haul that could help Washington’s rebuild, with opinions on its overall value varying among evaluators.
The Washington Nationals traded MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers as part of the new front office’s long-term plan, emphasizing asset assessment and timelines over payroll. Gore is two seasons from free agency, and the move signals the organization’s shift toward rebuilding under president of baseball operations Paul Toboni and focusing on the path to contention rather than a quick fix.
The Washington Nationals shipped ace MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers in exchange for five prospects, a bold move after Gore’s 2025 All-Star season as Washington prioritizes rebuilding its farm system.
Washington is trading left-hander MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers in a five-prospect deal for Gavin Fien, Alejandro Rosario, Devin Fitz-Gerald, Abimelec Ortiz and Yeremy Cabrera. Gore, 26, posted a strong 3.02 ERA with 138 strikeouts over 19 starts in the first half of 2025 but injuries hampered the second half; with two years of arbitration remaining, his affordable contract helped Texas pursue a controllable upgrade that should slot Gore into the Rangers’ middle rotation behind deGrom and Eovaldi, alongside Jack Leiter.
The Washington Nationals traded left-hander MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers for a five-prospect package (Gavin Fien, Alejandro Rosario, Abimelec Ortiz, Devin Fitz-Gerald, Yeremy Cabrera), with Gore and Ortiz on the 40-man rosters and no additional 40-man moves needed.
The Texas Rangers kicked off this year’s international free-agent signing period with several signings led by 17-year-old Dominican outfielder Elian Rosario (6'2", 195 lbs) who earned a $2.5 million bonus and sits at No. 9 on Baseball America's international prospect list; other signees include Jesus Chavez, Santiago Ramirez, Frandel Pineda, Frainker Benitez, Victor Rodriguez, Carlos Done, and Ariel Abreu (No. 100 BA), with Chavez receiving the largest bonus at $600k and Rosario’s bonus accounting for over a third of the Rangers’ $6.679 million signing pool.
A disturbance involving two vehicles on North Highway 67 in Cedar Hill escalated to a homicide and an officer-involved shooting: a woman died at the scene, the male driver died later at a hospital; Texas Rangers are leading the investigation and the Cedar Hill officers are on administrative leave.
Mike Maddux, the pitching coach for the Texas Rangers, is leaving the organization to join the Los Angeles Angels, ending his second stint with the team. The Rangers, who recently won the 2023 World Series and posted a strong rotation ERA in 2025, are considering internal candidates like Jordan Tiegs and external options such as Mel Stottlemyre Jr. for his replacement.
The Texas Rangers promoted Skip Schumaker to manager, with plans to retain most of the coaching staff, including pitching coach Mike Maddux. The team led MLB in ERA but struggled offensively, prompting a focus on contact and situational hitting for 2026. Key players like Seager, Semien, and Carter are expected to be healthy for spring, while Eovaldi's offseason may be impacted by a sports hernia surgery, and Cody Bradford is progressing well in rehab after a procedure.
The Texas Rangers swiftly appointed Skip Schumaker as their new manager after parting ways with Bruce Bochy, emphasizing a focus on developing a younger team with energy and a hands-on approach, and completing the process in a notably quick and smooth transition.