Texas Rangers vs. Houston Astros - April 09, 2024

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Bot 1Wyatt Langford singles to center field. Corey Seager to second. Marcus Semien scores.

Top 1Jeremy Peña hits into a force out to shortstop. Chas McCormick out at second. Alex Bregman to third. Kyle Tucker scores.

Top 1Alex Bregman singles to center field. Kyle Tucker to second. Yordan Alvarez scores.

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Evan Grant

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Rangers column: Analyzing the infield. What went right; what went wrong; what needs to happen. https://t.co/yZyPNBeaVH

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Chronicle Astros

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Jose Altuve had his moments in 2026 but his production dipped and questions remained about his defense creating an issue of how best to use him. https://t.co/D4qGxvgHgs

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MLB Trade Rumors

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Offseason Outlook: Texas Rangers https://t.co/86tKvBIQJQ

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Astros Stats 📉

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I hope the Astros are taking notes right now.

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Shawn McFarland

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We’re grading the Rangers position-by-position over this week. First up are the catchers. The takeaway? The Rangers have gotten 1.2 fWAR out of their catchers since 2024. That’s the 4th worst in baseball. It hasn’t been great. https://t.co/OIo211yCeY

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New Truths from NLCS, ALCS 🧐What we learned after Brewers take 2-0 lead, Guardians win Game 1 ➡️

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Rangers and Braves seem destined to make a trade, which ATL trade chips could catch Chris Young's eyeThe Rangers and Braves are like two awkward teenagers eyeing each other from across the gymnasium during the high school prom. They want to dance, but seem a bi

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Family Bikes to 30 MLB Parks ❤️Dad and son covered nearly 10,000 miles to every team's stadium for charity 🎥

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How Allen-Dubon Deal is Today 🔍Astros shed salary in preseason trade 📲

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Ranking Top 25 Trade Chips For Offseason 🔢Why Jacob deGrom and Corey Seager could be on the move ➡️

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MLB Postseason Winners/Losers 📊Biggest takeaways from first two rounds 📲

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Monday Morning Texas Rangers UpdateThe latest on the once and future World Series champion Texas Rangers

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2 out-of-the-box Rangers trade chips besides Corey SeagerIf there is one thing that all Ranger fans can agree on, it's that the personnel in Arlington has got to change. For a range of reasons, the current roster make

nolanwritin.com•1d

Rangers Injury Update: Corey Seager surgery, good Josh Jung news, Danny Jansen procedureKennedi Landry of MLB.com provided injury updates on three key Rangers players on Friday.

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ALCS & NLCS Predictions 🔮4 teams competing for a World Series berth. Brewers can stop the 3-peat 📲

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Sunday morning Rangers thingsSunday morning Rangers news and links

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Four Astros prospects who could impact the major league roster in 2027After another season riddled with injuries, the Astros need to look at some young players to step up into major league roles.

nolanwritin.com•2d

Rangers Rumors: Atlanta Braves could revisit Corey Seager trade interestThe Braves checked in on Rangers shortstop Corey Seager last offseason. Could they do it again this offseason?

nolanwritin.com•2d

Small-market teams' playoff success proves Rangers fans upset with payroll are focused on wrong issueWhy can't the Rangers be like the Rays or Brewers?

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Saturday morning Rangers stuffTexas Rangers update for Saturday, Oct. 10.

nolanwritin.com•3d

3 Yankees players Rangers should target in trades following New York's embarrassing playoff exit The Yankees need to make some changes. The Rangers could help them out by making some trades.

Bleacher Report•3d

Trent Grisham Landing Spots 📍10 destinations for Yankees OF next season after disappointing season 📲

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Rangers should consider nabbing this iron man Phillies infielderThe Rangers have several players under team control vying for the full-time gig at second base in 2027. Ezequiel Duran, Cody Freeman, and Justin Foscue are all

climbingtalshill.com•3d

Do the Astros have a catcher upgrade option on the trade market?Yainer Diaz' trade value may be highest right now, but can Astros really replace him on the expected trade market?

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The 10 Greatest MLB Divisional Series Upsets 😮Reflecting on the Rangers' most unexpected postseason triumph ➡️

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Houston Astros may have found a superstar in the making with Xavier NeyensAstros prospect Xavier Neyens led minor league baseball in this key statistic, indicating future strong success

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New FA Rumors and PredictionsLanding spots for buzzing players 📲

www.lonestarball.com•3d

Friday morning Rangers thingsTexas Rangers update for Friday, Oct. 9.

Bleacher Report•4d

Each Team's Biggest Roster Hole to Fix in Offseason ⚾The one personnel flaw Houston needs to address in 2027 📲

nolanwritin.com•4d

Rangers pitching experienced a dramatic decline from 2025 to 2026, but there's one promising stat to build onThere's one key reason to be optimistic about the Rangers' pitching staff going forward despite this year's regression.

climbingtalshill.com•4d

Astros face Yainer Diaz dilemma: Is there really a better catcher available in free agency?Yainer's trade value may be it's best right now, but replacing him will be harder for the Astros than you think.

www.lonestarball.com•4d

Did Yankees bro curse the Bronx Bombers?The New York Yankees haven’t won a title since Yankees bro went viral in the 2010 ALCS

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Jazz Chisholm Landing Spots📍FA fits for All-Star 2B with Yankees stint likely over 📲

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🚨MLB Proposes Less GamesReturn of 154-game season. Opponent selection in postseason. Full MLB proposal to MLBPA here 📲

www.lonestarball.com•4d

Looking at the Rangers’ Rule 5 eligiblesThe Rangers have very few minor leaguers who will be in consideration for a 40 man roster spot prior to the Rule 5 Draft

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Best Fits for Michael King and Casey Mize ⚾Why the Nationals should look to sign one of San Diego's free agents ➡️

nolanwritin.com•5d

4 moments that for better or worse defined Rangers 2026 seasonLet's face facts: the Rangers' 2026 season was exceedingly average, punctuated by a disappointing final week. For the most part, it was tedious, with occasional

Bleacher Report•5d

Division Series Recap 🍿Yankees, Padres and Braves all eliminated. Tap to catch up on all the action 📲

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AL and NLDS Overreactions 🗣️Can anyone beat the Dodgers? Time to trade Acuña Jr.? 📲

Bleacher Report•5d

MLB Lays Out Lockout PlansNew details emerge on 34-page memo with team owners and high-ranking execs (The Athletic)

climbingtalshill.com•5d

How long will the Astros make Joe Espada twist in the wind before deciding his future?The Astros' season ended over a week ago. There is no reason to delay announcing his future any further.

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MLB Postseason Buzz 🗣️

😬 Yankees defensive struggles ♨️ Padres-Brewers drama 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Bleacher Report•6d

Predicting the Outcome for Each Team's Top Free Agent 🔮How the Astros will decide to keep or let go of their most coveted available player ➡️

nolanwritin.com•6d

3 essential pieces of the Rangers future, 3 players on the discard pileChris Young's statement to the media following a third season in a row without playoff baseball in Arlington was clear. The team will be looking to keep younger

climbingtalshill.com•6d

Astros pending free agents: Who should stay, who should goIt's going to be a busy offseason for the Astros, who have a lot of decisions to make on their roster.

nolanwritin.com•6d

Likely Red Sox roster casualty give Rangers a buy-low, high-upside Jake Burger platoon partnerFor Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas, the last two seasons have been an injury riddled nightmare. After breaking out in 2023 with an impressive 129 OP

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Build a World Series Champ 🎮Tap to play. Share your record in the comments ⬇️

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Tuesday Trivia TimeA trivia question for you on this Tuesday afternoon

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10 songs every angry Astros fan needs on their postseason rage playlistAstros fans, you have anger, rage, and frustration to get out of your body. These songs will help you.

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Tuesday Morning Texas Rangers UpdateThe latest on the once and future World Series champion Texas Rangers

Bleacher Report•1w

Ranking MLB's Top 50 Rookies 🔢Where Houston's first-year players stand across the league 📲

nolanwritin.com•1w

1 overlooked Rangers Player who will benefit, 1 who will suffer with Chris Young prioritizing athleticismGood for one player... not so great for another.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros should move on from Christian Walker — Here’s who could replace himWalker has underwhelmed in two seasons in Houston and the team should move on. Here's how they could do it.

nolanwritin.com•1w

Rangers' Jonah Bride among 6 who sneakily declared minor-league FA this weekendCould the Rangers re-sign him?

climbingtalshill.com•1w

What could life look like after Jeremy Pena for the Astros?Pena has established himself as the second-best player on the team behind Yordan Alvarez. Here are the potential plans for Houston if they move on from their A

Bleacher Report•1w

Players Who Were Worse Than You Think in 2026 ⚾Breaking down which Astro didn't perform as well as expected this year 📲

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Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

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Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡Assessing how the Rangers and Rockies could make a move ➡️

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Should the Houston Astros trade Yainer Diaz? The catcher decision isn’t that simpleA new GM must weigh whether Diaz' positive bat will outweigh his negative defense, and if so, for how long?

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The Dodgers must lose for labor peaceA Dodgers Threepeat would lock in the narrative for this winter’s lockout

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Monday Morning Texas Rangers UpdateThe latest on the once and future World Series champion Texas Rangers

nolanwritin.com•1w

Deciding who stays and who goes from Rangers impending options decisionsAfter a season of missed opportunities and fizzling out when it mattered most, it's fair to say that we'll see an offseason full of changes for the Texas Ranger

climbingtalshill.com•1w

How to rebuild the Astros pitching staff: who stays, who goes, new targetsPitching was the backbone of the Astros dynasty era, and the biggest reason for this season's failures.

nolanwritin.com•1w

Ezequiel Duran's future sets up an interesting and an important Rangers questionOne of the brightest parts of an overall disappointing 2026 season for the Texas Rangers was the development of Ezequiel Duran. The utility man went from a pote

www.lonestarball.com•1w

Sunday morning Rangers thingsSunday morning Rangers news and links

nolanwritin.com•1w

3 free agents Rangers must sign this offseason to take advantage of weak AL WestFollowing Chris Young's postseason comments and the looming lockout, it is a tough ask to forecast who the Rangers could go after in free agency this winter. Of

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Espada isn't Dusty, but the numbers say he deserves to be Astros managerEspada was tasked to do far more with much less, and the numbers say he absolutely did.

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

nolanwritin.com•1w

Rangers should target Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper after Phillies' early exitThe Athletic's Ken Rosenthal wrote that Schwarber and Harper "should be on the table."

www.lonestarball.com•1w

Saturday morning Rangers stuffTexas Rangers update for Saturday, Oct. 3.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros arbitration eligible players: who should stay and who should goThe Astros have a lot of decisions to make, and status quo is definitely not the way to go.

nolanwritin.com•1w

3 Rangers who will survive the offseason but have everything to prove in 2027These Rangers players are facing pivotal seasons.

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Four personnel decisions the Astros have to make this offseasonThe Houston Astros are at a crossroads, and hard decisions are coming this offseason.

www.lonestarball.com•1w

With apologies to Jimmy Buffett, AJM laments the 2026 seasonSome song lyrics for a Friday afternoon

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ABS Challenge Success Rate 📈How every MLB team did in first season with system 📲

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Arizona Fall League play starts SaturdaySebastian Walcott highlights the Rangers prospects who will be playing in the Arizona Fall League

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MLB Divisional Round Picks 🔮Predicting winners in postseason's next round 📲

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Rangers should be thankful for Corey Seager contract after Trea Turner's horrifying Phillies seriesAfter the way the season ended, it's fair to feel as if Corey Seager is an anchor that is dragging the Texas Rangers down. A horrible first half, three lengthy

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Yordan Alvarez stayed healthy and put together an MVP season for the AstrosWhen you line up the competition, no one really compares with Yordan's 2026 season.

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Luis Arraez Landing Spots 📍The best fits for Philly's star second baseman 📲

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MLB Rules Out Grand Teton GameRob Manfred won't pursue idea after doing 'due diligence' (The Athletic)

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Friday morning Rangers thingsTexas Rangers update for Friday, Oct. 2.

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6 former Rangers players to watch in the MLB Division Series There are several former Rangers players to root for in the postseason.

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Every MLB Team's Biggest Surprise and Disappointment ⚾Breaking down notable highlights and lowlights of Houston's 2026 season 📲

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros' Tatsuya Imai's $18M decision: money or happiness?Let's be real. If he were happy here or wanted to be here, Tatsuya Imai would have emphatically said he's opting in. He didn't say anything close to that.

Bleacher Report•1w

Kevin Gausman, Shota Imanaga's Top Suitors 🛬Where Cubs' top SP free agents could end up signing ➡️

nolanwritin.com•1w

The case for Rangers giving Wyatt Langford an extension this offseasonWyatt Langford is one of, if not the, most polarizing players on the Texas Rangers roster. The potential is undeniable. The flashes are there. But with all that

climbingtalshill.com•1w

From dynasty to rebuild: the Houston Astros must finally face their new realityEndings hurt, but they offer the chance for something new and fun again.

Bleacher Report•1w

White Sox Eliminate AstrosChicago gets 1st postseason series victory since 2005 and will face Guardians in ALDS

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Wild Card Game 2 Slate Recap ✍️3 out of 4 matchups officially set. Results and top highlights from each Wednesday game 📲

Big Jose Altuve HR 💪

B/R Walk-Off

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JOSE ALTUVE 💥 Astros cut the deficit to one run in the 4th inning 👀 (via @MLB)

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Cam Smith Solo HR 🚊

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Cam Smith homers to the train tracks 😯

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Jeremy Peña Solo HR 🚀

Houston Astros

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JP to the train!

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Bleacher Report•1w

Mattingly, Espada on Hot SeatPhillies, Astros managers likely out if teams can't make deep postseason run (The Athletic)

nolanwritin.com•1w

These 3 minor leaguers should replace these 3 current Rangers to start 2027The Rangers failed down the stretch and will be on the outside looking in on the postseason for a third straight year. There is a lot wrong with the current ite

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Four questionable decisions doom Astros in Wild Card round openerIn the regular season, the Astros do a great job of staying even-keeled and not overemphasizing any one game of 162. The Wild Card round is Best-of-3.

White Sox Game 2 Lineup 📝

Chicago White Sox

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Game 2 🔜

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Astros players and fans are frustrated, but now isn’t the time to turn on each otherHouston fans have stood behind the Astros through championships, heartbreak, scandal, and everything in between. Frustration won't change that.

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MLB Postseason Buzz 👂

🎯 Wild Card picks 👀 Manager situations 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

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5 Teams That Can Dethrone the DodgersAnalyzing which squads have the best chance to beat reigning champions 📲

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Astros Pitcher Calls Out Fans 😳Bennett Sousa unhappy with home crowd after Game 1 loss

nolanwritin.com•1w

Chris Young hints at offseason full of bold Rangers moves we’re not sure we believeChris Young had his annual postseason state of the team address on Monday following another disappointing Rangers season, punctuated by a disappointing final we

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Wild Card Game 1 Slate Recap ✍️Results and top highlights from all of Tuesday's matchups 📲

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White Sox Silence Astros 🤫South Siders take Wild Card Game 1 to get first postseason win since 2021 📲

Altuve Legs Out Single 🦵

B/R Walk-Off

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Jose Altuve's infield single keeps the Astros alive in the 8th 👀 (via @MLB)

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Astros Smash 2-Run HR 💣

MLB

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The Astros are on the board 🚀 Nelson Velázquez smashes a 2-run homer! #Postseason

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nolanwritin.com•1w

Complete list of Rangers 2026-27 free agents and their outlookThe agonizingly average 2026 Texas Rangers season has mercifully ended, and it is time to take a look at the roster's free agents and try to determine who Ray D

climbingtalshill.com•1w

Astros Wild Card roster features surprise name that could shuffle Yordan Alvarez, Jose AltuveThe Houston Astros' Wild Card roster includes Raynel Delgado, which could lead to a curious plan for Yordan Alvarez and Jose Altuve.

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Ranking Postseason Starting Lineups 🔢Where the Astros' offense stands going into October ➡️

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Reacting to the last few Rangers seasonsYour best source for quality Texas Rangers news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros' Wild Card Roster 🚀

Matt Kawahara

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Astros roster for the wild card round:

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MLB Wild Card Rosters 📝Check our your squad's postseason team here 📲

www.lonestarball.com•1w

Tuesday Morning Texas Rangers UpdateThe latest on the once and future World Series champion Texas Rangers

nolanwritin.com•2w

Rangers have no one to blame but themselves vs. terrible AL West teams as playoff push comes up shortThe Rangers weren't robbed. They didn't just run into some bad luck at the end of the season. What they did was not perform well enough to win the AL West and a

www.lonestarball.com•2w

Young says Rangers need more athleticism and youthTexas Rangers president of baseball operations Chris Young addressed the media today

AJ Blubaugh Starting Game 1

Chandler Rome

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The Astros are starting AJ Blubaugh in Game 1 tomorrow against the White Sox, sources tell @TheAthletic.

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www.lonestarball.com•2w

The State of the Rangers 40 Man RosterChecking in on where the Rangers’ 40 man roster currently stands

Bleacher Report•2w

ABS Increased MLB Game Times ➕Average time to play nine innings up nearly 4 minutes from last year (AP)

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MLB Playoff Bracket SET 🚨😱 Astros on wrong end of history 🔔 Phillies taking on Braves 📲 Recap of final day

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MLB Round-by-Round Playoffs Predictions 🔮How the Astros will fare starting in the wild card round ➡️

nolanwritin.com•2w

Corey Seager's disappearing act should seal Rangers' futureIt's fair to say that Ray Davis, though he may be tight-fisted, didn't get anywhere close to the bang for his buck in 2026. That was never more evident than whe

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros Get a Clean Slate in October as Playoff Baseball Returns to HoustonOctober baseball means everything that happened all year long no longer matters.

Bleacher Report•2w

Explaining Playoff Bracket ✍️Everything to know about Wild Card format, Divisional Series and more 📲

nolanwritin.com•2w

Chris Young deserves all the blame for Rangers pitching meltdown delivering another playoff-less yearThere's plenty of blame to go around as the Rangers came up short and missed out on the postseason for the third year in a row. Ultimately, however, the buck st

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Monday Morning Texas Rangers UpdateThe latest on the once and future World Series champion Texas Rangers

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Final Regular Season Power Rankings 📊How the Rangers finished out the year 📲

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Thoughts on a 6-4 Rangers lossTwins 6, Rangers 4

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Last Day of Regular Season 🔥Phillies grab final Wild Card spot. Astros take AL West. Full recap here 📲

www.lonestarball.com•2w

80-82 - Rangers leave us wanting no more, lose to Twins in finaleSmell ya later, 2026

nolanwritin.com•2w

Corey Seager's homer emblematic of Rangers' too-little-too-late season as Texas's playoff hopes are dashedThe Texas Rangers needed this game. They also needed help. They put themselves in a position that required everything to break right in Game 162 in order to ret

Bleacher Report•2w

Playoff Field Finalized ♨️Standings after Phillies clinch, Astros win division 📲

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Astros vs. Athletics (09/27/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 9-0 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Rangers vs. Twins (09/27/2026)

Full highlights from Minnesota Twins' 6-4 win vs. Texas Rangers 🎥

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Cauley recalled, O’Hoppe optioned for finaleThe Rangers make one last move before the regular season finale

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Texas Rangers lineup for September 27, 2026The lineup for Game 162

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The case for Rangers not extending Wyatt Langford this offseasonThe Rangers are neck and neck with the Houston Astros for the AL West crown with one game left to play. It's a must-win for Texas, as the Astros hold the tiebre

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Sunday morning Rangers thingsSunday morning Rangers news and links

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Thoughts on a 6-2 Rangers winRangers 6, Twins 2

Bleacher Report•2w

Biggest Winners/Losers of MLB Season 📊8 players and teams that have stood out this season for good and bad 📲

nolanwritin.com•2w

Rangers turn to MacKenzie Gore with season on the line following vintage Nathan Eovaldi performanceOne of the reasons why Nathan Eovaldi was able to return from the IL as quickly as he did was the fact that the Texas Rangers were going to use him out of the b

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Astros vs. Athletics (09/26/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 13-2 win vs. Oakland Athletics 🎥

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Peña's 2nd HR of Game ‼️

Astros routing A's with sights set on division title

www.lonestarball.com•2w

80-81 - Rangers make No. 162 relevant with 6-2 win over Twins in No. 161Your move, Houston

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Rangers vs. Twins (09/26/2026)

Full highlights from Texas Rangers' 6-2 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

Bleacher Report•2w

Latest MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Final NL Wild Card spot still up for grabs. Full standings with 2 days to go 📲

nolanwritin.com•2w

Rangers should follow Marlins starting rotation experiment in 2027As the 2026 regular season is close to wrapping up, Skip Schumaker has done something with the Rangers pitching staff that we've never seen before. The Rangers

www.lonestarball.com•2w

Texas Rangers lineup for September 26, 2026The Rangers take on the Twins in a game they really need to win

nolanwritin.com•2w

4 biggest Rangers villains who deserve the most blame if Texas misses the playoffsThe Texas Rangers' season is on the brink, and because of their failure to take advantage at various points in their 2026 campaign, they no longer control their

climbingtalshill.com•2w

Astros rookie Spence's 3 HR game is everything we love about baseballThere is simply no substitute for the incredible joy of unexpected greatness