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In this episode, we break down the Texas Rangers' missed opportunity to close the gap in the AL West against the division-leading Seattle Mariners. Entering the weekend series, the Rangers were just a few games below .500 and had a real chance to make a statement. Instead, they were swept by the Mariners, extending Seattle's lead in the division to 9.0 games. To make matters worse, the Rangers followed this disappointing performance with a crushing 14-2 loss to the New York Mets on Monday night.
We discuss the implications of this series and what it means for the Rangers' playoff hopes. While it's true that baseball is a long season and anything can happen, the road ahead looks challenging with upcoming series against tough opponents like the Mets, Royals, Brewers, and Orioles. The Rangers' health issues and their poor start against Seattle this season compound the difficulty of their situation.
Tune in as we analyze what the Rangers need to do to turn things around and how the seven crucial games against the Mariners in September could determine their fate. Despite the current setbacks, we explore the glimmers of hope and potential strategies for the Rangers to get back in the race.
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This week, we dive into the details of Seager's injury scare and what it means for the Rangers moving forward. Both Seager and manager Bruce Bochy downplayed the severity, with Seager feeling "a little twinge" and Bochy stating the move was precautionary. However, given Seager's injury history and the Rangers' bad luck in 2024, fans should keep a close eye on this situation.
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This week we dive deep into the struggles of Jack Leiter, the highly-touted pitching prospect for the Texas Rangers. After a disappointing home debut with a horrendous 16.39 ERA in just 9.1 innings, Leiter's future in the major leagues looks uncertain. Despite his dominance in the minors, Leiter has yet to replicate that success at the big league level. With the Rangers sending him back to the minors, fans are left wondering if he will ever fulfill his potential.
Join us as we compare Leiter's current trajectory with past Rangers' draft busts, such as Dillon Tate, Casey Kiker, and the infamous 2010 draft picks Jake Skole and Kellin Deglan. We also explore what could have been with potential All-Stars like Christian Yelich, Aaron Sanchez, and Nick Castellanos. Can Leiter turn things around and avoid joining this list of draft failures? Watch to find out!
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The Rangers have been bitten badly by the injury bug early this season, but that's not the only reason they have been struggling offensively.
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Wyatt Langford is making a strong case for inclusion in the Texas Rangers' Opening Day roster, breaking norms with his rapid ascent through the ranks and impressive performance, including a 1.157 OPS and three home runs in just two days this spring. The Rangers face tough decisions on roster adjustments to accommodate Langford, with potential impacts on Travis Jankowski and Justin Foscue, highlighting the challenges of balancing emerging talent with established players.
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This week we discuss:
Projecting the Starting RotationAdolis Garcia and Rangers Avoid ArbitrationWill Owen White Make a Splash During Spring TrainingBankruptcy Court Approves Bally/Rangers DealSponsor:
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