The Texas Rangers entered this offseason facing a severe bullpen shortage after numerous relievers departed in free agency. While familiar names like José Leclerc, Kirby Yates, José Ureña, and David Robertson remain on the market, none have been seriously linked to a return to Arlington. But on Wednesday, FanSided’s Robert Murray reported that the Rangers took their first step in rebuilding the ‘pen by signing reliever Jacob Webb to a one-year deal.In this video, we break down what Webb brings to the table. We’ll cover his recent performance with the Baltimore Orioles, where he consistently delivered better-than-league-average results. His pitching arsenal—featuring a four-seam fastball, sweeper, and changeup—kept hitters off balance, with some pitches limiting opponents to a batting average as low as .125.This move is the latest in a flurry of transactions by the Rangers, who just added Nathan Eovaldi and pulled off a surprise trade for Jake Burger. Clearly, the organization isn’t satisfied with their 78-win 2024 season and is determined to improve. While the bullpen rebuild isn’t complete, adding Webb is an encouraging first step toward stabilizing a unit that ended last season near the bottom of the league in ERA. Stay tuned as we discuss what’s next for the Rangers and how they can continue to strengthen their bullpen heading into 2025.Listen now wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧Sponsor:Gametime: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874Fanatics: https://www.fanatics.com/mlb-texas-rangers/o-2365+t-70564589+z-90414-119259264Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook www.facebook.com/talkintexasrangersTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkintxrangersSupport the Show:Buy Me a Coffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/ttrangersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkin-texas-rangers/donations
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Rangers Sign Kyle Higashioka Ahead of Winter Meetings
In this episode, we dive into the Texas Rangers' preparations for the upcoming Winter Meetings, happening December 9-12, where free agency activity is expected to heat up. Speculation continues to swirl around big-name players like Juan Soto—will he return to the Yankees or head to the Red Sox?Meanwhile, the Rangers have already made their first offseason splash by signing veteran catcher Kyle Higashioka to a two-year deal with a mutual option for a third year. We break down the signing, including Higashioka’s contract details, his performance stats, and how this move bolsters the catcher position alongside Jonah Heim. Plus, hear how former Rangers catcher Jose Trevino gave Higashioka a glowing recommendation for the organization.What’s next for the Rangers? The closing pitcher position is the next major focus, and we explore the options General Manager Chris Young has to ensure the team remains postseason-ready for 2025.Join us for all the latest insights, predictions, and analysis as we inch closer to another thrilling MLB season! 🌟Listen now wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧Sponsor:Gametime: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874Fanatics: https://www.fanatics.com/mlb-texas-rangers/o-2365+t-70564589+z-90414-119259264Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook www.facebook.com/talkintexasrangersTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkintxrangersSupport the Show:Buy Me a Coffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/ttrangersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkin-texas-rangers/donations
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The Max Scherzer Experiment Failed
In this episode, we dive deep into the current state of the Texas Rangers, the impact of the Max Scherzer trade, and what this means for their chances moving forward. Can the Rangers turn things around, or has this trade set them back? Join us as we analyze the team's performance, the farm system's status, and the hopes for the rest of the 2024 season.Sponsor:Gametime: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874Fanatics: https://www.fanatics.com/mlb-texas-rangers/o-2365+t-70564589+z-90414-119259264Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook www.facebook.com/talkintexasrangersTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkintxrangersSupport the Show:Buy Me a Coffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/ttrangersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkin-texas-rangers/donations
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17:53
Rangers Struggle to Develop Homegrown Pitchers
In this episode, we dive deep into the Texas Rangers' postseason success and their persistent struggles in developing homegrown pitching talent. Since 2010, the Rangers have notched the fifth most postseason victories (33) and the sixth best playoff winning percentage (.559) in MLB. During this stretch, they've played in 59 playoff games, showcasing their dominance on the field. Yet, of these games, only eight have been started by pitchers they drafted, developed, and called up without ever touching another franchise.But why is there still concern about their developmental struggles despite their success with veteran pitchers? We'll break down the importance of having young, controllable, and effective starting pitchers, drawing comparisons to the impacts of Paul Skenes in Pittsburgh and Clayton Kershaw in LA. Tune in as we analyze the Rangers' unique approach and the potential long-term implications for their pitching staff.Sponsor:Gametime: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874Fanatics: https://www.fanatics.com/mlb-texas-rangers/o-2365+t-70564589+z-90414-119259264Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook www.facebook.com/talkintexasrangersTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkintxrangersSupport the Show:Buy Me a Coffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/ttrangersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkin-texas-rangers/donations
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22:26
Are The Rangers Preparing for a Fire Sale
The Texas Rangers are having a rough season after their incredible World Series win last year. With a current record of 43-48, they're trailing by 5.5 games in the AL West and 7.0 in the Wild Card race. While there's still a glimmer of hope, it looks like the Rangers might shift their focus to 2025 and beyond.Rumors are swirling about a potential fire sale at the trade deadline, with key players like Max Scherzer, David Robertson, Michael Lorenzen, and Andrew Heaney possibly on the trading block. These moves could reshape the team's future, with veterans like Nathan Eovaldi also potentially attracting interest.Will the Rangers turn things around, or are we looking at a major re-tooling for the future? Dive into the latest updates and speculations in this episode.Sponsor:Gametime: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/2653816/742962/10874Fanatics: https://www.fanatics.com/mlb-texas-rangers/o-2365+t-70564589+z-90414-119259264Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook www.facebook.com/talkintexasrangersTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkintxrangersSupport the Show:Buy Me a Coffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/ttrangersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkin-texas-rangers/donations
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