John Bowman
John Bowman is a lifelong baseball and Texas Rangers fan that loves to ponder the deeper aspects of the game. Some of his first baseball memories involve Arlington Stadium nachos, Charlie Hough's knuckeball, dirt on Pete Incaviglia's uniform and the voices of Mark Holtz and Eric Nadel as he fell asleep. Follow him on Twitter @TexasWinColumn.
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Rangers Bullpen is Dominating, but Could Get Even Stronger: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers bullpen struggled to start 2011, but so far 2012 has been the complete opposite. This is a team that is talented in every aspect of the game, but the bullpen has been the most powerful weapon so far and could continue to get stronger.
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Matt Harrison Gives the Rangers the Exact Performance They Needed: Fan's ViewBaseball is a sport where one thing can suddenly change things for a team or a player. Matt Harrison has struggled throughtout May and was struggling early against the Mariners, but after Josh Hamilton tracked a ball down at the wall, everything changed.
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Joe Nathan-Back Dominating the Ninth Inning: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers may have not been concerned about Joe Nathan during the first week of the season, but it was hard to find many fans that were not. Since that first week of the season, things have changed drastically and Nathan is once again dominating.
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Jurickson Profar Extends Hitting Streak to 24 Games, While Elvis Andrus on Base Streak is at 32 Games: Fan's ViewThere are many who feel that Jurickson Profar is the shortstop of the future for the Texas Rangers. However that can be a bit strange since Elvis Andrus has a firm grip on the position and is only 23 years old.
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Robbie Ross Brings Back Memories of 1999 and Jeff Zimmerman: Fan's ViewRobbie Ross won his fourth decision on Wednesday night for the Texas Rangers. He has completely exceeded expectations and has also brought back memories of 1999 and Jeff Zimmerman.
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Command was Key for Yu Darvish to Shut Down the Yankees: Fan's ViewIt might be very cliché, but Yu Darvish finally came as advertised. Darvish dominated the New York Yankees all night long, pitching 8 1/3 innings and striking out 10 batters to move his record to 3-0 with a 2.42 ERA.
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Yu Darvish Needs to Prove He Can Work Deep into the Game Against the Yankees: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers be trying to bounce back after a loss to the New York Yankees on Monday night with Yu Darvish on the hill. It will be an opportunity for Darvish to prove he can work deep into a game against a team full of patient hitters.
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Rangers and Yankees Are Set for Exciting Matchup: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers return home tonight after one of the most successful road trips in franchise history and New York Yankees will be in Arlington for an exciting matchup of first place teams.
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Texas Rangers-2012 Prospect Roundup Week #3: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers saw their farm system have a week of ups and downs, but some of the top prospects in the system finally got their seasons going and a trio of Hickory Crawdads turned in a fine week of work. Here are the top-five minor league performers.
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Alexi Ogando is Reminding Everyone of the Role of a Fireman: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have begun to quietly reshape the focus of the bullpen and it actually has absolutely nothing to do with the early season struggles of Joe Nathan. Alexi Ogando has turned into the key member of the bullpen when the game is on the line.
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Neftali Feliz Loses to Justin Verlander, but Continues to Show Growth as a Starter: Fan's ViewIt took one inning for Neftali Feliz to watch what could have been the best start of his young career turn into the first loss for a Rangers’ starter this season. The Texas Rangers lost 3-2 to the Tigers and Justin Verlander on Saturday night.
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Matt Harrison and the Offense Carry the Rangers, but Beltre Leaves the Game with a Strained Hamstring: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers once again had their bats out in full force on Saturday afternoon to take the first half of a double header against the Tigers and were led by Matt Harrison on the mound. However, Adrian Beltre left the game with a strained hamstring.
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I Can't Help It, I Feel Better with Craig Gentry on the Field: Fan's ViewI completely understood why Ron Washington and the Texas Rangers decided that David Murphy would be the regular left fielder and Josh Hamilton would be back in center. However, Craig Gentry is once again showing why I feel better with him on the field.
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Wins and Losses Matter, Every Month of the Year: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have moved seven games up on the Angels, but only have a 4 1/2 game lead on the Athletics and Mariners. While it is only April, every game matters, no matter the month of the year.
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Yu Darvish Turns in His Best Outing to Date Against the Tigers: Fan's ViewOn Wednesday, Texas Rangers’ manager Ron Washington said, “I think you'll be pleasantly surprised tomorrow.” He was referring to Yu Darvish upcoming start against the Detroit Tigers and when everything was said and done, he was right on the money.
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Waking a Sleeping Giant Might Be Better Than Waking Mike Napoli: Fan's ViewThere is an old saying that goes something like “Don’t wake a sleeping giant.” At this point the Texas Rangers are glad that the Red Sox have done that with Mike Napoli, but the rest of the American League might not be as grateful.
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Rangers' Bats Hide Brilliant Outing from Colby Lewis: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers came into Boston with the Red Sox already having plenty of issues to deal with. While the story was about the Rangers’ bats and the continued implosion of the Boston Red Sox, the hidden gem of the night was Colby Lewis.
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Rangers Hope to Turn Attention to Good Baseball While in Boston: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers got to enjoy their first off day of the season in Boston today. It was Patriot’s Day and the annual running of the Boston Marathon, but unfortunately all that was noteworthy in Beantown was the state of the Red Sox clubhouse.
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Texas Rangers-Prospect Roundup Week #2: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers saw their minor league pitchers dominate in the first week of the season, but baseball is normally a sport where it takes the hitters a bit longer to get going. This week saw the bats out in full force.
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Looking at Neftali Feliz Pitch Selection Against the Mariners: Fan's ViewNeftali Feliz was back on the mound for the Texas Rangers on Sunday afternoon against the Minnesota Twins. He was following up his brilliant debut in the starting rotation when he pitched seven scoreless innings against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday.
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Rangers Victory Not About Yu, but All About "Old" Joe: Fan's ViewEveryone had their eyes on the Texas Rangers and Yu Darvish on Saturday as everyone wanted to see if Darvish could rebound from his poor debut earlier in the week. He was much better in many aspects, but the story of the day was about Joe Nathan.
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Matt Harrison Might Not Be Able to Hide for Long: Fan's ViewMatt Harrison quietly found himself a nice little home this season. The Texas Rangers plugged him right in the middle of the rotation, but it may not be a quiet little secret for too much longer. Harrison has given up one run in 14 innings in 2012.
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Like it or Not, Joe Nathan is the Answer: Fan's ViewJoe Nathan sent the media and fans into a tailspin last night. We are less than a week into the season and the Texas Rangers have a 4-2 record with both losses credited to Nathan. As soon as the bottom of the ninth started to unfold on Wednesday night,
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Why is the 2012 Neftali Feliz Different from the 2011 Alexi Ogando?: Fan's ViewWhen you compare the first start from Alexi Ogando in 2011 to the first start from Neftali Feliz in 2012, they numbers are very similar. Ogando also went on to have a very successful season as a starter. So, why did the Rangers make the switch?
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Neftali Feliz Proves that Scouts Are There for a Reason: Fan's ViewIf you have listened to the average baseball fan over the past two years, the common opinion has been that Neftali Feliz was destined to stay in the bullpen. However when you listen to baseball experts, most of them have believed in Feliz as a starter.
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Yu Darvish Reminds Us that You Can Never Predict the Game of Baseball: Fan's ViewYu Darvish debut with the Texas Rangers may not have been what many expected it to be, but the Rangers may have accomplished more in 5 /23 innings than other teams spend years trying to accomplish.
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Rangers Do Not Need Anything Special from Darvish Tonight: Fan's ViewThe day that fans of the Texas Rangers have been waiting for all offseason is finally here. Tonight, Rangers Ballpark in Arlington will come alive as Yu Darvish makes his first start in the major leagues.
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Texas Rangers-Prospect Roundup Week #1: Fan's ViewIt was a shortened week of baseball, but the Texas Rangers still had some successful performances from their minor leaguers this week. Pitching dominated games from Single-A all the way through Triple-A, but a few guys already had their bats rolling.
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Matt Harrison and the Bullpen Combine to Shutout the White Sox: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers had just about everything go right for them on Sunday night. They were coming back after a disappointing loss to the White Sox on Saturday night and had their pitching firing on all cylinders, with some big hits from the offense.
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Holland Loses Control, but Shows His Growth: Fan's ViewDerek Holland is one of the most talented left-handed pitchers in the game and the Texas Rangers are very fortunate to have him under contract for many years to come. However, he has often struggled on the nights when he did not have his best stuff.
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Opening Day Shows that the Bullpen Could Be the Key for the Rangers: Fan's ViewOpening day ended up being another successful day for the Texas Rangers. It was their fourth straight opening day victory and included a huge day at the plate for Ian Kinsler. However, the bullpen was the big story on Friday.
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Happy Opening Day Rangers Fans: Fan's ViewThe day has finally come. Opening day is here. In reality this has been the shortest offseason in franchise history for the Texas Rangers since they played in Game 7 of the World Series, but this has seemed like the longest offseason ever.
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Rangers Top Five Prospects Who Could Impact 2012: Fan's ViewThe Rangers have loads of talent in the farm system with a large amount at the upper levels. Here are the top five prospects that could make an impact with the Rangers in 2012.
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Koji Uehara Has a Fresh Start with the Rangers: Fan's ViewOn Wednesday, Koji Uehara came on for the Texas Rangers and worked a perfect inning against the Frisco Roughriders. He struck out two batters, finally had his splitter working well and never let Frisco get their bats going.
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Now is the Time for the Rangers to Work a Deal with Ian Kinsler: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers set out this offseason with a goal of signing some of their core players to long term contracts. Derek Holland is the only player they worked out a long term extension with, but they are working on a six year deal with Ian Kinsler.
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Snyder and Gonzalez Round Out Rangers Roster: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers did not have too many position battles heading into the spring and that left very few surprises as the final roster spots are being announced. On Monday, the Rangers announced that Alberto Gonzalez and Brandon Snyder had made the club.
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Even with Recent Success, the Rangers Still Have Their Eyes on the Future: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have wen to back-back World Series and many experts believe they are favorites to make a return trip to the “Fall Classic.” Generally when teams are as loaded as the Rangers currently are, their decisions are focused on winning now.
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Time for the Rangers to Take a Chance on Tanner Scheppers: Fan's ViewOver the past few years the Texas Rangers have watched Tanner Scheppers struggle on his path to the big leagues. It has not been an easy path as he has dealt with inconsistency and injuries, but it is finally time for the Rangers to take a chance on him.
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Ron Washington Sets the Rotation Up Perfectly: Fan's ViewRon Washington finally announced his rotation on Thursday and left the rotation the same it has been all spring. While everyone is excited that they now know when Yu Darvish is throwing, everyone is in their spot for a reason.
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Craig Gentry Needs to Repeat His 2011 Performance: Fan's ViewCraig Gentry won over the hearts of many Texas Rangers fans in 2011, but has struggled this spring. He has battled a tight hamstring, sprained wrist and sickness that led to dehydration this spring and mixed within all of that, he only has three hits.
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Rangers Pitching Staff is Starting to Take Shape: Fan's ViewIt has definitely not been the greatest Spring Training for the Texas Rangers, but Spring Training has never been about the number of wins. However, things are starting change and the pitching staff is really starting to take shape.
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Neftali Feliz Set to Start Double-A Game on Tuesday: Fan's VIewSome of the best news to come out of Surprise, AZ this spring is that Neftali Feliz will be starting for the Texas Rangers on Tuesday in a Double-A game. Feliz was removed from his last start due to shoulder stiffness.
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Robbie Ross is Making it Hard for the Rangers to Say No: Fan's ViewRobbie Ross came into camp with a very slim chance of making the Texas Rangers, but things are changing more and more everyday. He is the one pitcher who seems to be taking advantage of the opening left-handed reliever spot.
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The Rangers Have a Bullpen Full of Open Spots: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers came into Spring Training with a strong starting rotation and all signs pointing to a strong bullpen as well. However, the bullpen currently has many issues that could create even more problems as the regular season arrives.
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Neftali Feliz Shoulder Stiffness is Nothing to Worry About: Fan's ViewWhen the Texas Rangers pulled Neftali Feliz after the third inning on Tuesday afternoon with shoulder stiffness, the rumors and speculation started to fly. However, the Rangers are in great shape no matter what happens with Feliz.
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C.J. Wilson's Childish Prank on Mike Napoli Heats Up Rivalry: Fan's ViewAt some point this offseason Mike Napoli said he was looking forward to hitting homers off of Wilson and Wilson decided to retaliate in a manner that only he could. He turned to Twitter on Saturday night to pull a prank on Napoli.
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Time for Josh Hamilton to Be a Left Fielder or a Center Fielder: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers entered into Spring Training last season with every intention of Josh Hamilton being the everyday left fielder. However, the Rangers have not been as fixated on Hamilton staying left this spring as they were last year.
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Matt Harrison Continues to Grow in the Rangers Rotation: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have not officially announced their starting rotation, but Matt Harrison has shown that he has earned the #3 spot in the rotation, even if he does not pitch out of that slot.
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Koji Uehara Continues to Make Things Difficult for the Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have somewhat been between a rock and hard place with Koji Uehara. Uehara definitely did not arrive in Texas last year as advertised and struggled throughout the season. That trend has continued this spring.
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My Opinion of Bryce Harper Has Started to Change: Fan's ViewI will be the first to admit that when it comes to sports and specifically my first love, which is the game of baseball, I can often be a bit closed minded. One of the most recent times that I was quick to judge has been with none other than Bryce Harper.
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Rangers Will Once Again Need to Limit Injuries in 2012: Fan's ViewThere is often one common theme when it comes to the most successful MLB teams each year. That theme is that for the most part, they were able to make it through the season healthy. To remain successful the Rangers will once again need to stay healthy.
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Craig Gentry's Wrist Injury Opens Wider Door for Borbon and Murphy: Fan's ViewCraig Gentry entered into Spring Training with a great chance at winning the starting center field spot. However, he has struggled at the plate this spring and after spraining his wrist on Tuesday, may be falling behind in a tight race.
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Yu Darvish Stuggles in Second Cactus League Start: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers got their bats rolling early on Tuesday against the Cleveland Indians and gave Yu Darvish a nice lead to work with. It was a good that the bats were working, because Darvish struggled with his command the entire game.
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10 Reasons for Rangers Fans to Be Excited About Spring Training: Fan's VIewSpring Training is the time of year when everyone is excited about their team. There is no team with higher expectations heading into 2012 than the Texas Rangers. Here are 10 reasons to be excited about Rangers' spring training.
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Colby Lewis' Success is Determined by the Corners: Fan's ViewColby Lewis was as perfect as a pitcher can be for the Texas Rangers on Saturday afternoon. He was scheduled to pitch three innings, but had been extremely efficient and was allowed to go back out for the fourth inning.
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Mike Napoli's Value Has Been Changed by Yadier Molina's Contract: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers will be faced with the decision of how to handle Mike Napoli once he hits free agency at the end of the season. Now that Yadier Molina has signed his huge 5-year, $75-million contract, many are expecting Napoli to sign a similar deal.
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Feliz and Darvish Are Showing the Importance of Keeping Hitters Off Balance: Fan's ViewNeftali Feliz made his first spring start on Thursday, which came with very little hype compared to Yu Darvish’s first start the day before. In both of their starts, they demonstrated the need for solid off-speed pitches.
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Like it or Not, Yu Darvish is Bringing Excitement to the Rangers: Fan's ViewAs much as I try to find significant excitement from the Texas Rangers performance against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday afternoon, it impossible without Yu Darvish.
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Elvis Andrus Leads Rangers to First Spring Victory: Fan's ViewSometimes players come to spring training with specific tasks at hand and this year the Texas Rangers have many players in that situation. One of those players is Elvis Andrus, who has added a little muscle in the offseason.
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Rangers 2012 Success Will Be Determined by the Team: Fan's ViewAt the start of a new baseball season you constantly hear that a certain player will have to produce for the team to be successful. As the Texas Rangers prepare for the 2012 season, we know that it will not be about specific players, but a team effort.
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Mike Gonzalez Declines Rangers Non-Roster Offer: Fan's ViewMike Gonzalez has waited for a deal all winter as he has recovered from having his knee scoped, but that deal has yet to come. Last month the Texas Rangers offered him a non-roster invitation to spring training, but he declined the offer.
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Rangers Drop Cactus League Opener 6-1 to Royals: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers opened the Cactus League season with a game against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday afternoon. It was the first game of the spring for both clubs, who share the same complex in Surprise, AZ.
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Rangers Get in Work for Starting Pitchers in Second Intrasquad Game: Fan's ViewIt might have been another intrasquad game, but the Texas Rangers completed their second game in two days on Friday. For the most part, this was a game to get pitchers their work, but it was still game action. Here is a rundown of the action.
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Rundown of the Rangers First Intrasquad Game: Fan's ViewThis offseason will officially go down as one of the shortest in Texas Rangers history, but it has seemed like the longest. The Rangers provided plenty of excitement during the offseason, but game action returned on Thursday.
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Rangers Sign Final Eight Players to Bring Payroll to $127 Million: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers signed the final eight players on their 40-man roster to one year contracts on Thursday. This group comes after signing a different group of 13 other players to contracts last week.
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Intrigue Surrounds the Rangers Signing of Jairo Beras: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have once again displayed their current personality with the signing of Jairo Beras. Beras, an outfielder from the Dominican Rebuplic was signed on Monday to a $4.5 million contract.
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Rangers Set Spring Rotation: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have gotten in some nice work for their pitching staff over the first few days of spring training and have now set their rotation for the first round of exhibition games.
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Rangers Sign 13 Players to One-Year Deals: Fan's ViewThis is the time of year when teams start signing their players who are not yet arbitration eligible to one-year contracts. The Texas Rangers are no different and took care of thirteen of those players on Monday morning.
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Does Josh Hamilton Owe the Texas Rangers Anything?: Fan's ViewDoes Josh Hamilton owe the Texas Rangers anything? That question has been debated on a regular basis over the past year, but has picked up steam since his most recent relapse.
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Rangers See Future of the Organization Collide in Surprise: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers witnessed their future collide on the practice fields in Surprise, AZ on Thursday. The first batter that Darvish faced for live batting practice was top prospect Jurickson Profar.
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Roy Oswalt is Still Waiting for the Right Team: Fan's ViewRoy Oswalt announced on Thursday that absolutely nothing had changed with his ability to land a team for the 2012 season. Oswalt has indicated to MLB teams that he will be prepared to join a team during the season.
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For Now, Koji Uehara is Still in Texas: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have not hidden from the fact that they have actively shopped Koji Uehara this offseason. However, the Rangers have their first official workout today and Uehara is still in Texas.
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Pitchers and Catchers Report for the Texas Rangers: Fan's ViewThere is something special about the words "pitchers and catchers report" and that is exactly what the Texas Rangers did on Wednesday.
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Rangers Top Five Prospects Invited to Spring Training: Fan's ViewOnce again, the Texas Rangers will not have many prospects who have the chance of making the opening day roster, but there are still a handful of prospects that they will have their eyes on in Surprise.
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Rangers Top Five Questions Heading into Spring Training: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have won back-to-back American League Championships, added an established closer and signed a top of the rotation starter, yet they still have some questions heading into Spring Training.
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Mike Adams is Ready for Spring Training After Offseason Hernia Surgery: Fan's ViewOn Saturday Mike Adams announced that he had been cleared by his doctor to participate in all activities after recovering from offseason hernia surgery.
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Rangers Centerfielders Are Loaded with Questions: Fan's ViewThe Rangers have always dealt with questions when it came to starting pitching and center field. Over recent years the rotation has came together and is one of the best in baseball, but they are still plagued by questions in center.
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Rangers Getting Closer to Moving Koji Uehara: Fan's ViewAccording to reports, the Texas Rangers are moving closer to dealing Koji Uehara. There has been speculation all offseason that the Rangers would try to move him if they could get something of value in return.
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Gary Carter was Baseball: Fan's ViewI was not a big Mets fan and was too young to enjoy the Expos days, but I was a huge Gary Carter fan. Carter represented the game of baseball to me and he represented the position I loved.Also published on:
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Lance Armstrong Makes Loud Entrance at Ironman 70.3 Panama: Fan's ViewThere have long been rumors that Lance Armstrong would return to the sport of triathlon and compete in Ironman events. Armstrong finally did that on Sunday when he finished second at Ironman 70.3 Panama.Also published on:
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Would Yoenis Cespedes Make Sense for the Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have been extremely silent this offseason when it comes to the pursuit of Yoenis Cespedes. Cespedes has most often been linked to the Marlins, but a handful of teams are still pursuing the Cuban star.Also published on:
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Rangers Agree to Contract with Mike Napoli: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers still have a perfect record when it comes to avoiding arbitration hearings under the Jon Daniels regime. They also have avoided every year since 2000 after agreeing to terms on a one-year contract worth $9.4 million with Mike Napoli.Also published on:
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Rangers Avoid Arbitration, Sign Nelson Cruz to Two-Year Deal: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers were prepared for arbitration hearings for three players, but signed Elvis Andrus to a three-year contract and now Nelson Cruz to a two-year deal. Now the only arbitration hearing still on the calendar is with Mike Napoli.Also published on:
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Remaining Arbitration Cases Will Not Be as Easy for Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers were facing the possibility of three arbitration cases before agreeing to terms with Elvis Andrus on a three-year contract Tuesday night. However, the cases with Mike Napoli and Nelson Cruz will not be as easy.Also published on:
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Hamilton Visits MLB Doctors to Discuss Relapse: Fan's ViewThere are still many unanswered questions with Josh Hamilton and the Texas Rangers, but a few issues were taken care of on Tuesday. On Tuesday, the Rangers announced the hiring of Shayne Kelley who will operate in a support role for Hamilton.Also published on:
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Rangers Avoid Arbitration, Sign Elvis Andrus to Three-Year Deal: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers were getting closer than they would have liked to their arbitration date with Elvis Andrus, but that will no longer be an issue. The Rangers signed Andrus to a three year contract on Tuesday night and avoided arbitration.Also published on:
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Rangers Sign Two More to Minor League Deals: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers continue to add depth to some key areas with spring training just around the corner. The Rangers signed left-handed reliever Joe Beimel and first baseman-outfielder Conor Jackson and invited them to Spring Training.Also published on:
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Relapse for Josh Hamilton Leaves Many Questions: Fan's ViewUnfortunate news hit the baseball world and specifically the Rangers on Thursday when reports hit that Josh Hamilton had been drinking in a Dallas area bar on Monday. He had been clean since returning to baseball in 2006, except for an instance in 2009.Also published on:
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Rangers Sign Ron Washington to Contract Extension: Fan's ViewImmediately after the Texas Rangers were finished competing in their second World Series in team history, there was talk about them signing Ron Washington to a contract extension. Finally, the Rangers signed Washington to that extension on Monday.Also published on:
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Meeting with Oswalt is Not Bad for the Rangers: Fan's ViewJust when it seemed that the Texas Rangers were done talking to big time free agents, everything changes. This time the Rangers have a meeting scheduled with Roy Oswalt and it is not necessarily a bad thing.Also published on:
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Rangers Add Depth to Outfield by Signing Kyle Hudson: Fan's ViewGenerally the most successful teams are some of the healthiest and in 2011 the Texas Rangers were no different. The main area that suffered injuries was the outfield and on Saturday they added a little depth by signing Kyle Hudson to a minor league deal.Also published on:
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Rangers Are Better Off Without Prince Fielder: Fan's ViewThere were not many fans of the Texas Rangers who did not want to see Prince Fielder in a Rangers’ uniform, but in the long run they are much better off without him.Also published on:
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Rangers Could Benefit by Adding Roy Oswalt: Fan's ViewWhile it seems like starting pitching is the least needed area for the Rangers, signing Roy Oswalt could provide some interesting options for the team moving forward. You can never have enough pitching and Oswalt could provide some nice options.
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Rangers Unsuccessfully Trying to Move Koji Uehara: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers tend to benefit from just about anything that Jon Daniels touches these days. However, the one move that has not turned out well is the Koji Uehara trade. On Tuesday, Uehara vetoed a trade to the Toronto Blue Jays.Also published on:
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Rangers Sign Two Former Brewers to Minor League Deals: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have very few holes on their current roster, but a few areas in need of help still remain. On Monday, the Rangers signed Sean Green and Mitch Stetter to minor league contracts with invitations to big league spring training.Also published on:
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Alexi Ogando is the Right Man for the Bullpen: Fan's ViewWith Yu Darvish officially on the payroll of the Texas Rangers, many expect that Alexi Ogando will be moved to the bullpen. While that is not certain, it is expected.Also published on:
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When it Comes to the Rangers, Jon Daniels is My Favorite: Fan's ViewAs the Texas Rangers had their press conference announcing the signing of Yu Darvish I realized who my favorite player for the Rangers is. My favorite player is Jon Daniels.Also published on:
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Yu Darvish is Property of the Texas Rangers: Fan's ViewThe drama is finally over. Yu Darvish has signed and he is the property of the Texas Rangers for the next six years.Also published on:
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It's Deadline Day for Yu and the Rangers: Fan's ViewThe deadline is finally here. The Texas Rangers have until 4 p.m. today to reach a contract with Yu Darvish. If the Rangers do not reach an agreement with Darvish, he will return to Japan for the 2012 season.Also published on:
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Rangers Reach Contracts with Four Arbitration Eligible Players: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers started Tuesday out with seven players eligible for salary arbitration, but that did not last for long. The day started with seven players eligible for arbitration, but by the end of the day only four remained.Also published on:
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The Rangers Have a Busy Tuesday Ahead for the Front Office: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers should have one of the busiest days in front office history on Tuesday. Not only are they neck deep in negotiations with Yu Darvish and have Prince Fielder on their radar, but they also have seven players eligible for arbitration.Also published on:
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Time for Fans to Prepare for Some of Their Favorite Rangers to Leave: Fan's ViewThe next few years could be very difficult for some fans of the Texas Rangers. This is a team that should be competitive and could even win multiple World Series during the next decade, but could be hard for fans if they are fans of certain players.Also published on:
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Many Rangers Are Still Recovering from Injuries This Offseason: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers held their annual Fan Fest over the weekend and thousands of Rangers’ fans showed up for various activities. This weekend many players spoke about how their recovery from various injuries was coming along.Also published on:
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Are the Rangers Really Interested in Roy Oswalt?: Fan's ViewThe mentality in baseball these days is that you can never have too much pitching and the Texas Rangers seem to me taking that message to heart. It appears that the Rangers have an interest in signing Roy Oswalt as well as Yu Darvish.Also published on:
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How Much is Yu Darvish Worth?: Fan's ViewIt is sounding more and more like the Texas Rangers will be able to get Yu Darvish signed before the deadline next Wednesday, but one major question remains. How much will it cost?
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Rangers Considering Position Changes for Some of Their Top Prospects: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers are entering into an interesting time with the franchise. They have one of the most talented teams in the game, yet are still loaded at the minor league levels. Due to that they will consider moves for some of their top prospects.Also published on:
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Ticket Prices to Increase Throughout Rangers Ballpark in Arlington: Fan's ViewAfter setting a club record for attendance and going to back to back World Series the Texas Rangers will be raising ticket prices throughout Rangers Ballpark in Arlington for the 2012 season.Also published on:
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Rangers Need to Be Cautious During Darvish Negotiations: Fan's ViewIt seems that everyone, including myself, has felt that it was a forgone conclusion that the Texas Rangers and Yu Darvish would work out a contract before the deadline next Wednesday. However, the Rangers need to exercise caution during this final week.Also published on:
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Not Signing Core Players This Offseason Could Hurt the Rangers Long Term: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers entered the 2012 offseason wanting to focus on signing some of their core players to long term contracts, however they have yet to accomplish this with any of their young players with spring training around the corner.Also published on:
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Juan Gonzalez and Ruben Sierra Will Not Return to the Hall of Fame Ballot in 2013: Fan's ViewThere was not any expectation that the Texas Rangers would have anyone voted into the Hall of Fame this year. Actually, there really was not an expectation that anyone other than Barry Larkin would be voted in either.Also published on:
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Rangers Fill Thursday with Offseason News: Fan's ViewEveryone is still waiting for big news from the Texas Rangers, with most expecting to hear something on the contract negotiations with Yu Darvish, but for the most part things stay quiet. However, Thursday was a day full of minor news.Also published on:
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A One-Year Contract for Mike Napoli Makes Sense for Both Sides: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers were expected to sign some of their core players to long term contracts this offseason with one of the possibilities being Mike Napoli. It is starting to appear that a one year contract to avoid arbitration is likely.Also published on:
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Ron Washington's Rangers Look to Move Forward in 2012: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers will face a major challenge once the 2011 season comes along and hopefully they will have an even stiffer challenge if they can reach the postseason for the third year in a row.Also published on:
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Koji Uehara Looks to Rebound for the Rangers in 2012: Fan's ViewAs the trade deadline passed in 2011 the Texas Rangers were praised all over the baseball world for picking up Mike Adams and Koji Uehara. Uehara struggled for the Rangers and looks to rebound in 2012.Also published on:
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Next Year is Here for the Texas Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers once again had a season to remember in 2011 as they made it to their second World Series appearance in two years and came within a strike of winning it all. It ended on a low note, but 2012 is finally here.Also published on:
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Rangers Continue to Show They Are a Team of Mystery as Darren Oliver Leaves: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers continue to show the world that nobody has a clue what they are doing. They are a team of mystery and now Darren Oliver will be pitching for the Toronto Blue Jays.Also published on:
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Should the Rangers Trade Matt Harrison?: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have many interesting possibilities facing the franchise with the possible addition of Yu Darvish. There has been speculation that the Rangers might trade one of their current starters, with Matt Harrison being the player most often mentAlso published on:
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The Texas Rangers Still Need More Depth in the Outfield: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have taken care of most of their needs with the signing of Joe Nathan and winning the rights to Yu Darvish. However, they have an injury plagued outfield that could use some additional help.Also published on:
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The Rangers Still Need to Do a Little Bit of Shopping for the Bullpen: Fan's ViewChristmas is now over and most people have gotten plenty of shiny new things to play with, however the Texas Rangers still need to do a little bit of shopping. The Rangers still need to sign at least one left-handed reliever.Also published on:
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The Rangers Pitching Staff Gives the Front Office Many Options: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers may no longer have Gio Gonzalez or John Danks as options, but they still have many interesting options available. Winning the Yu Darvish sweepstakes did not close doors, but actually may have opened many.Also published on:
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Can the Rangers Still Make a Run at Prince Fielder?: Fan's ViewThere were major questions just a few days ago about the amount of money the Texas Rangers had available for free agents this offseason. They answered that by winning the rights to Yu Darvish, but do they still have money for Prince Fielder?Also published on:
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What Does Yu Darvish Mean to the Rangers Rotation: Fan's ViewNow that the first stage of the Yu Darvish sweepstakes is over, the Texas Rangers will have 30 days to negotiate a contract. The main question this poses is how does it affect the rotation?Also published on:
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The Texas Rangers Have Decided that Yu Darvish is the Answer: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have decided that Yu Darvish is the answer. They posted the highest bid at $51.7 million, which was slightly more than the Red Sox posted for Daisuke Matsuzaka in 2006.Also published on:
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The Texas Rangers Have Been Slowed Down by the Yu Darvish Process: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers, like many teams, are at a standstill this offseason until it becomes clear who has won the Yu Darvish sweepstakes. The winning team will be announced on Tuesday and the free agent market should heat back up.Also published on:
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Signing Derek Holland to a Long Term Contract Would Be Great for the Rangers:Fan's ViewThe Rangers are trying to lock Derek Holland up with a five year contract before he becomes arbitration eligible. He would become arbitration eligible after 2012 and a five year deal would take care of his arbitration years and one year of free agency.Also published on:
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Will the Rangers Bid Big on Yu Darvish?: Fan's ViewThe first third of the Yu Darvish drama will close this afternoon at 4 p.m. CST when major league teams will have to have their bids turned into MLB. After that we will have to wait up to four days to see if the Texas Rangers submitted a serious bid.Also published on:
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The Rangers May Be Turning to the Trade Market This Offseason: Fan's ViewThere have been more and more reports coming out that the Texas Rangers do not have quite the financial flexibility that was expected. If this is the case then the Rangers may be looking at trades to improve the club instead of free agents.Also published on:
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Looking at the Spring Training Schedule for the Texas Rangers: Fan's ViewWith the winter meetings over and Christmas around the corner it is time to start thinking about spring training. The Texas Rangers will see their first game action in Surprise, AZ on Sunday, March 4th. Here is a look at the spring schedule.Also published on:
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The Texas Rangers Young Rotation is the Key to 2012: Fan's ViewWith C.J. Wilson no longer a member of the Texas Rangers, the success of the 2012 Rangers will hinge on their young rotation.Also published on:
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Who Will Be the Rangers Free Agents a Year from Now?: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have been fairly quiet this offseason with the exception of signing Joe Nathan to become the teams closer and moving Neftali Feliz to the starting rotation. The Rangers would like to lock up some of their young talent this offseason.Also published on:
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The Texas Rangers Are Making Good Baseball Decisions This Offseason: Fan's ViewThe past few days have been interesting for the Texas Rangers as they lost C.J. Wilson. These are the type of issues that fans of Yankees and Red Sox are used to dealing with on a regular basis; however it is a new situation in Texas.Also published on:
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The AL West Just Got Much More Interesting for the Rangers: Fan's ViewLast season the Texas Rangers came away with the steal of the offseason when they acquired Mike Napoli. This time around the Angels are trying to get back to the offseason with aggressive signings as they have signed Albert Pujols and C.J. Wilson.
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As the Door Closes on Mark Buehrle and C.J. Wilson, the Yu Darvish Door Begins to Open: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have insisted all offseason that their focus will be with pitching. They have tried to sign C.J. Wilson and Mark Buehrle, but as that door closes, the door on Yu Darvish is starting to open.
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Is C.J. Wilson a Way for the Rangers and Angles to Play Games with Each Other?: Fan's ViewHopefully the drama surrounding C.J. Wilson and the Texas Rangers will be over soon, but it is not going to get there without a little more action. The main news at this point seems to be which stories on Wilson and potential contract offers are true.
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The Texas Rangers Greatest Need is with Role Players: Fan's ViewWhile the big names get all the attention during the winter meetings, it is the lesser known and role players that the Texas Rangers need the most.
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Top Five Names on the Rangers Shopping List: Fan's ViewThe winter meetings are finally here and the landscape of an interesting offseason will start to be fully understood. The Texas Rangers head into Dallas, or down I-30 a few miles with pitching on their mind.
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As the Winter Meetings Approach, is Prince Fielder an Option for the Rangers?: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have stated over and over that Mitch Moreland will be their first baseman in 2012. However, as the winter meetings are getting started in Dallas talk continues about the possibility of Prince Fielder joining the Rangers.
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Rangers Still Focused on Pitching as Winter Meetings Approach: Fan's ViewThe winter meetings are when the free agency period really takes off every year and this should not be any different. The Texas Rangers do not have a lot of major needs this offseason, but they still have a few holes to fill.
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Surgery for Mitch Moreland's Wrist Could Be a Good Sign: Fan's ViewIt is not very often that surgery for a player can be a good sign, but for the Texas Rangers and Mitch Moreland that might be the case. Moreland had surgery to remove a bone from his right wrist on Wednesday.Also published on:
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C.J. Wilson Could Be Getting Closer to Leaving the Rangers: Fan's ViewIt becomes very clear where a free agent wants to be as they get closer to signing their next contract. It appears that C.J. Wilson is getting close to that decision and as of now it looks like he will not be returning to the Texas Rangers.Also published on:
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The Rangers Are in Great Hands Behind the Plate: Fan's ViewMike Napoli was the biggest surprise for the Texas Rangers in 2011. All signs point to him spending more time at catcher in 2012, but Yorvit Torrealba was solid as well, giving the Rangers multiple options.Also published on:
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Greg Maddux Joins His Brother in Texas as an Assistant to the General Manager: Fan's ViewGreg Maddux is joining the Rangers as an assistant to general manager Jon Daniels. Maddux had worked in the same capacity with the Chicago Cubs, but will now be working for the same organization as his brother Mike Maddux.
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Johnny Narron Leaving Rangers to Become Hitting Instructor for the Brewers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers did not lose Mike Maddux to the Cubs or Red Sox, but will be losing assistant hitting instructor Johnny Narron to the Milwaukee Brewers.Also published on:
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The Astros Search for a General Manager Could Hurt the Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have been fairly lucky this offseason when it comes to holding onto some of their prized possessions. However, their luck may be starting to change as the Houston Astros announced the firing of general manager Ed Wade.Also published on:
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Outside of the Bullpen, the Rangers May Be Entering into a Holding Pattern: Fan's ViewLast week the Texas Rangers addressed two of their main concerns when they signed Joe Nathan. However outside of the bullpen, they may be entering into a holding pattern this offseason.Also published on:
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Another Day to Be Thankful for Rangers Baseball: Fan's ViewOn a day when everyone has much to be thankful for, the people of North Texas finally have another reason to celebrate. The Texas Rangers have won back to back American League pennants and are a model franchise from the top to bottom.Also published on:
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The Texas Rangers Will Be Challenged by the New CBA: Fan's ViewThe front office of the Texas Rangers has been a model example of how a team should be ran and constructed over the past few years. Unfortunately, the new CBA will make their work much more difficult.Also published on:
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Why Michael Young Did Not Deserve a First Place MVP Vote: Fan's ViewI expected this year's AL MVP award to be a controversial one with Justin Verlander set to win it as a pitcher, but I never expected Michael Young to me in the middle of controversy from receiving a first place vote.Also published on:
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For the Rangers, Signing Joe Nathan is About the Future: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have finally set course this offseason and they did so by making a decision that could pay off greatly for many years to come. They signed Joe Nathan which allows the Rangers to move Neftali Feliz into the rotation.Also published on:
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A Two Year Rotation Plan for the Texas Rangers: Fan's ViewWith the Texas Rangers looking to improve their starting rotation and bullpen this offseason there are many ways they can approach everything. They can sign a free agent pitcher or possibly acquire a starter via trade, but they also have internal options.
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Looking at the MVP Candidates for the Texas Rangers: Fan's ViewWith the American League MVP set to be announced today, the Rangers had many players who had phenomenal seasons in 2011.Also published on:
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Jon Daniels and the Rangers Are Not Showing Their Cards This Offseason: Fan's ViewAs the Texas Rangers are trying to formulate their plan for 2012, one thing is becoming abundantly clear. That one thing is that nobody has a clue what their approach is going to be.Also published on:
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Rangers Have Plenty of Closer Options on the Free Agent Market: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers entered the offseason like many teams do, with their focus on pitching. There are not many starters available on the free agent market, but it is loaded when it comes to available closers.Also published on:
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Rangers to Gain Some Texas Company in the AL West: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers will soon have some Texas company in the American League West, now that the Houston Astros are set to join the American League West as early as 2013. Yesterday MLB approved the sale of the Houston Astros to Jim Crane.Also published on:
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Mike Maddux to Remain the Pitching Coach for the Texas Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers caught a huge break overnight as the Chicago Cubs appear to have chosen Dale Sveum to be their next manager. This decision means that Mike Maddux will remain as the Rangers’ pitching coach.Also published on:
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Ron Washington May Not Win Manager of the Year, but His Team Won the ALCS: Fan's ViewRon Washington will be in consideration for the AL Manager of the Year, but most likely will not come close to winning it. However, when it comes to a manager the regular season can only determine so much.Also published on:
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Josh Hamilton's Value is Clearer with Matt Kemp's Contract: Fan's ViewJosh Hamilton is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2012 season. However, yesterday Matt Kemp helped give everyone a better idea of the value that Hamilton might have.Also published on:
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Rangers Have Never Had a Cy Young Award Winner: Fan's ViewWith the American League Cy Young award set to be announced today, the Texas Rangers will once again not have a pitcher on their staff as the winner. The Rangers have been in Arlington since 1972, yet have never had a single Cy Young award winner.Also published on:
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Rangers May See Rookies Make an Impact in 2012: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers will not have anyone in consideration for the American League Rookie of the Year this year, however it could be different a year from now.Also published on:
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First the Angels Pull Scott Servais from the Rangers, Now Talking to C.J. Wilson: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers pulled off one of the biggest surprises of the 2011 offseason when they acquired Mike Napoli from the Toronto Blue Jays. This year the Angels look like they might be interested in turning the tables on the Rangers.Also published on:
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Will Mike Olt Ever Be More Than a Trade Chip for the Rangers?: Fan's ViewMike Olt has absolutely destroyed the Arizona Fall League this year, but if he ever gets the opportunity to destroy American League pitching for the Texas Rangers remains to be seen.Also published on:
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Changes to Rangers Ballpark in Arlington Will Provide Cooler Options: Fan's ViewThe Rangers have always needed a way to make Rangers Ballpark in Arlington cooler during the Texas summers. For 2012, they will have some new options in centerfield to provide that.Also published on:
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Prince Fielder Would Look Great in a Rangers' Uniform: Fan's ViewAs much as the Texas Rangers signing Prince Fielder goes against every bit of baseball logic I have, it still sounds like a lot of fun.Also published on:
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Rangers Answer This Offseason May Be Pitching, Pitching and More Pitching: Fan's ViewIt seems that everyone thinks that the Texas Rangers have money to burn this offseason. With an lucrative TV contract around that corner that may be possible, but will they do that?Also published on:
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Rangers Make the Right Decision in Keeping Broadcast Teams Together: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers made one of the best off the field decisions that they could make on Thursday, by deciding to keep their radio and television broadcast teams the same as in 2011.Also published on:
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Moving Neftali Feliz to the Rotation Could Maximize His Potential: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers explored the possibility of moving Neftali Feliz to the starting rotation during spring training of 2011. There has been a great deal of talk this offseason about the Rangers once again attempting the experiment in 2012.Also published on:
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Josh Hamilton to Finally Have Injured Groin Examined: Fan's ViewJosh Hamilton did not have the dominating postseason in 2011 that he enjoyed in 2010. However it was nothing to be ashamed of, especially when he as dealing an injury that at the least was a painful groin strain and at the most a sports hernia.Also published on:
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Rangers Still Have a Chance at Keeping Mike Maddux: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers caught a little break on Monday as Mike Maddux pulled his name out of the hat in the Boston Red Sox managerial search. Maddux will still interview with the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday.
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Time for Rangers' Fans to Move On: Fan's ViewI was recently talking to a friend of mine about the Texas Rangers. He was holding his Nelson Cruz T-shirt in his hand and telling me how he hasn’t been able to bring himself to put it on. Many Rangers' fans just can't seem to let 2011 go.
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Future Free Agents Pose Issues for Rangers This Offseason: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers will have many options this offseason. While there are not many starting pitchers, there are some big time position players available and there is always the possibility of upgrading via trades. However, their hands could be tied.
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Could I Have Looked at C.J. Wilson All Wrong?: Fan's ViewThe other day, I was sitting there thinking about the Texas Rangers and C.J. Wilson. I was once again pondering his value to the Rangers and his dismal postseason performance. What if I had completely looked at this thing with the wrong eyes?
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Top Five Needs for the Texas Rangers This Offseason: Fan's ViewThe offseason is in full swing and while the Texas Rangers may not have as many needs as some teams, they do still have many issues that need to be addressed.
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Adrian Beltre Picks Up Silver Slugger to Go with His Gold Glove: Fan's ViewA day after winning his third career Gold Glove award on Tuesday, Adrian Beltre won his third Silver Slugger. He also picked one up with the Red Sox last season and his first came in 2004 with the Dodgers.
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Mike Maddux-The Managerial Candidate: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers have many top notch people in the organization that make it a surprise that teams are not lining up to snatch them away. However, Mike Maddux is now being rumored with multiple managerial positions.
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Adrian Beltre is the Rangers First Gold Glove Third Baseman Since Buddy Bell: Fan's ViewAlmost a year ago many Texas Rangers fans were astonished that Michael Young was on the trading block and that the Rangers were strongly pursuing Adrian Beltre. Fans were encouraged to not pass judgement until they saw his glove.
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Looking at the Texas Rangers 2012 Free Agents: Fan's ViewFor a team that has made back to back trips to the World Series, the Texas Rangers have an extremely large part of the 2011 team coming back in 2012. They only have six free agents this off season.
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Colby Lewis 2012 Option is a Bargain for the Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers first move of the off season was one that could be classified as a no brainer. They picked up the $3.25 million option on Colby Lewis.
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Up First for Rangers is Deciding What to Do with C.J. Wilson: Fan's ViewAs the Texas Rangers enter the off season the first question is going to be what they do with C.J. Wilson as he becomes a free agent. The Rangers have their exclusive window to negotiate with Wilson up until Thursday.
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Texas Rangers Baseball was Something Special in 2011: Fan's ViewThe 2011 baseball season came to a shocking end for the Texas Rangers, however there were many great moments during the year. The Rangers always came to play and provided North Texas with the best baseball it has ever seen.
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It's Not Over Rangers Fans, They Play Seven: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers lost their last back to back game on August 25th to the Boston Red Sox. I think it is fair to say that now is not the time to have another. Friday night is Game 7 and the Rangers will be ready.
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Colby Lewis Top Five Postseason Performances: Fan's ViewColby Lewis has only pitched in two postseasons for the Texas Rangers, yet has been their most consistent starting pitcher during both of those seasons. Here are his top five postseason performances as he heads into Game 6 of the 2011 World Series.
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What Does a Delayed Game 6 Mean for the Rangers: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers had hoped to wrap up their first World Series Championship on Wednesday night, but now that will not be the case. Due to the possibility of rain, MLB announced that Game 6 would be postponed until Thursday evening.
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For Rangers Fans-This is Next Year: Fan's ViewThis is the time of year when you start hearing baseball fans saying things like, “we’ll get them next year” or “next year is our year.” Well, if you are a fan of the Texas Rangers, this is “next year.”
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Trading Mike Napoli - What Were the Angels Thinking?: Fan's ViewMany people go back to when Mike Napoli came off the disabled list on July 4th to show how great he has been in 2011, but he has produced since day one of being in a Rangers uniform. The question is why did the Angels trade him?
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Is Derek Holland the Next Ace of the Texas Rangers?: Fan's ViewDerek Holland has shown he has the stuff for years and has now taken the ball in the biggest game of his life and turned in a magical performance. The question is now if he can find consistency to be an ace in the big leagues.
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Derek Holland Carries Rangers to Game 4 Victory: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers were in what could be called a must win game against the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 4 of the World Series. Derek Holland was on the mound and completely shut the Cardinals down for 8 1/3 innings and allow the Rangers to even the series
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Ron Washington -- Winning a Different Way in the World Series: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers and St. Louis Cardinals are deadlocked in the World Series and much of the attention has been turned towards the managers. Tony La Russa is one of the best in the game, but Ron Washington is showing that you can win more than one way.
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Rangers Shift Momentum in World Series Game 2: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers dropped a close Game 1 of the World Series to the St. Louis Cardinals and were struggling to score in Game 2. They finally got their bats going in the ninth inning to come back and even the series.
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As Expected, Bullpens Big in World SeriesThe Texas Rangers and St. Louis Cardinals met for Game 1 of the World Series on Wednesday night in a matchup that many expected would come down to the bullpens. Game 1 ended up being a 3-2 games, but both bullpens were heavily involved.
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Rangers Rotation Still Missing as the World Series Begins: Fan's ViewThere are many things you can second guess from Game 1 of the World Series if you are the Texas Rangers, but the starting rotation has still not shown up for them in the postseason.
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These Texas Rangers Are Not Your Father's: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers struggled for many years, but finally last year they won the American League Pennant and have repeated that again in 2011. They are showing that times are different for the Rangers and their fans.
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Texas Rangers Are Back to Back American League Champions: Fan's ViewThe Texas Rangers struggled for many years as a franchise. The made it to the postseason three times in the 1990's, but never could make it past the New York Yankees. Finally in 2010 they made it to the World Series and now in 2011 they are returning.
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C.J. Wilson Gets the Opportunity to Show that He is an Ace: Fan's ViewC.J. Wilson has shown during much of the 2011 season that he can be the ace of a staff. He has been the Texas Rangers ace all season long, but the question is now can he be an ace in the month of October?
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Rangers win Game 4 of ALCS together: Fan's viewThe Texas Rangers had just defeated the Detroit Tigers in the 11th inning of Game 4 of the ALCS and Mike Napoli and Nelson Cruz were seated next to each other during the postgame press conference. Napoli was wearing a T-shirt that said, “Together."
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Rangers bats can't catch fire against Doug Fister: Fan's viewThe Texas Rangers came into Game 3 of the ALCS with about as much positive energy as can be possible in the game of baseball. They were fresh off of Nelson Cruz’ walk-off grand slam to end Game 2 and send them into Detroit up two games.
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Fall of 2011 not as bright for Mitch Moreland: Fan's viewTimes have changed for Mitch Moreland and the Texas Rangers over the past twelve months. Just last October, Moreland was one of the heroes of the postseason, however in 2011 he continues to struggle and will not be in the lineup for game 3 of the ALCS
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Nelson Cruz and his boomstick send the Rangers to Detroit up 2-0: Fan's viewNelson Cruz had not been a stranger to the walk-off home run; however he had never hit one this big as he did on Monday night. The Rangers bullpen had dominated for 8 1/3 innings and Cruz finally sent the Rangers to Detroit with a walk-off grand slam.
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Derek Holland looks to continue growth during ALCS: Fan's viewDerek Holland will be on the hill in game two fo the ALCS on Monday afternoon. Holland has continued to grow during 2011 and has the potential to be a top end of the rotation starter. Monday will be another opportunity for him to continue that growth.
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Rangers bullpen shows full potential in Game 1 of ALCS: Fan's viewThe Texas Rangers made one of the biggest splashes at the trade deadline when the acquired Mike Adams and Koji Uehara to solidify their bullpen. The bullpen has continued to struggle a bit, but were finally in full force on Saturday night in the ALCS.
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Rangers have to go through the Tigers to prove they are the best: Fan's ViewFor the Texas Rangers to make a return trip to the World Series, they will have to go through the best pitcher in the Major Leagues and a team that gave them more trouble than just about anyone. The Rangers were 3-6 against the Detroit Tigers this season.
