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The Second Act of Ron Washington

A decade after leaving Texas under a cloud, the sun again shines on the beloved skipper.
By Zach Buchanan
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A Father’s Meditation on Spring Training

For the first time in a long time, I went to Surprise without my son.
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Wyatt Langford’s Got Next

The 22-year-old is ready to the take the Rangers by storm. So ready, in fact, that Texas considered handing him his MLB debut in the World Series.
By Zach Buchanan
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Nathaniel Lowe Is Shooting His Shot

On the field, the Rangers' first baseman is known for his eye in the batters' box. Off the field, he puts it to use behind a camera.
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Baseball History Says the Rangers Won’t Repeat. Bochy History Says That’s Only a Speed Bump.

A slow offseason has begat some concerning pitching. But if things go sideways, just remember: Bruce Bochy knows a thing or two about rallying teams after disappointing title defenses.
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The Rangers Improved Their Creaky Bullpen. But Did They Make it Good?

The weak link for most of last year's championship run needs to take a step forward in the title defense.
By Zach Buchanan
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The 2024 Rangers Are Taking a Calculated Risk, and Now We Know How Big It Is

The pitching staff is engineered for postseason dominance, but that won’t matter if Texas can’t survive the first half without many of its best arms.
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Should Jordan Montgomery Re-Sign With Texas to Get Free Barbecue For Life? Let’s Investigate!

Hurtado Barbeque, the official BBQ partner of the Rangers, has made a tasty proposition to the free-agent pitcher. But is tasty enough to induce Montgomery to stick around? Our sports editor and dining critic team up to find out.
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Adrian Beltre, the Rangers’ Incandescent Third Baseman, Is a Hall of Famer

The 44-year-old is enshrined in his first year on the ballot. It's a fitting honor for a career that was as exceptional as it was long-lasting.
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