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Inge leads Tigers past Rangers

Brandon Inge homered and hit a two-run single in a six-run eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers rallied to beat the Texas Rangers 6-4 on Sunday.

Royals claim 3B Metcalf

The Kansas City Royals claimed third baseman Travis Metcalf on waivers from the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.

Rangers complete opening sweep of Indians

The Texas Rangers are 3-0 for the first time since 1996.

Former President Bush throws out Texas' 1st pitch

Former President George W. Bush wound up his right arm with two windmill whirls, then fired a high strike to help the Texas Rangers start the season Monday.

Tom Hicks' holding company defaults on loans

The company that owns baseball's Texas Rangers and hockey's Dallas Stars has defaulted on about $525 million in loans, with owner Tom Hicks saying on Friday that he intentionally made the move to help negotiate with banks.

Feldman gets victory for Rangers

Scott Feldman allowed one run on three hits in his sixth spring training start, and the Texas Rangers beat the Kansas City Royals 9-3 Thursday.

Rangers make room for Jones by dumping Catalanotto

The Texas Rangers cleared the way for Andruw Jones to make their opening-day roster by releasing Frank Catalanotto on Wednesday.

Rangers assign 3B Metcalf, LHP Gabbard to Triple-A

The Texas Rangers have assigned third baseman Travis Metcalf and left-handed pitcher Kason Gabbard to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

Hamilton homers twice, Rangers beat Angels

Josh Hamilton homered in consecutive at-bats and drove in five runs to help the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 13-7 on Sunday.

Davis leads Rangers to 8-5 win over Arizona

Chris Davis hit a seventh-inning grand slam off Arizona pitcher Tony Pena to snap a 4-4 tie and lead the Texas Rangers to an 8-5 victory over the Diamondbacks on Wednesday night.

Andruw Jones could stick with Rangers as backup

Andruw Jones could stick with the Texas Rangers through spring training, even though he won't be a starter and there is no guarantee of him making the team.

Rangers roll to 11-5 win over Rockies

Colorado cooled off Josh Hamilton. The rest of the Texas Rangers were a different matter.

Rangers defeat Indians 11-5

Cliff Lee was just trying to locate his fastballs. The Texas Rangers had no trouble finding them.

Young homers as Rangers beat Padres 10-7

Michael Young, Chris Davis and Joaquin Arias homered to help the Texas Rangers beat the San Diego Padres 10-7 on Sunday.

Andruw Jones gets 10 at-bats for Rangers

Andruw Jones got quite a workout at Texas Rangers camp Friday.

Another solid spring start for Rangers' Millwood

Kevin Millwood wants to be more consistent on the mound for the Texas Rangers this season. The healthy and leaner right-hander is off to a good start.

Rodriguez happy meeting with MLB is behind him

Alex Rodriguez says he's happy to put behind him a meeting with baseball officials about his use of steroids more than five years ago. The New York Yankees slugger reported to the Dominican Republic team Monday and took part in its first workout in preparation for the World Baseball Classic. The practice came a day after Rodriguez met for two hours with Major League Baseball officials about his positive drug tests in 2001-03 while with the Texas Rangers.

Rangers sign right-hander Benson

Right-hander Kris Benson, the first pick in the 1996 draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates, signed a minor league contract Saturday with the Texas Rangers.

OF Andruw Jones seeks fresh start with Rangers

The Texas Rangers have provided second chances for outfielders Sammy Sosa and Milton Bradley. Now Andruw Jones hopes to join that list.

A-Rod apologizes to Rangers owner Tom Hicks

Alex Rodriguez made a personal call to apologize to Texas Rangers owner Tom Hicks after the slugger's admission that he used banned substances while playing for the team from 2001-03.

Selig says Alex Rodriguez 'shamed the game'

Unable to punish Alex Rodriguez for flunking a drug test that was supposed to be anonymous, Bud Selig could only chastise him.

Jeter supports Rodriguez, says don't label sport

Derek Jeter played it right down the middle with Alex Rodriguez: Didn't like what he did, time to move on.

Rangers complete deals with Jones, Donnelly

The Texas Rangers completed minor league contracts Tuesday with outfielder Andruw Jones and reliever Brendan Donnelly.

AP source: Rangers agree to deal with Andruw Jones

The Texas Rangers have agreed to a minor league contract with center fielder Andruw Jones, who was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers last month.

How badly has A-Rod's marketing value been hurt?

Alex Rodriguez's image transformed in a three-day span, costing himself millions of dollars in future endorsements.

Jennings agrees to minor league deal with Rangers

Right-hander Jason Jennings and the Texas Rangers agreed Friday to a minor league contract that could lead to a major league deal potentially worth up to $2.25 million.

The Vine
NEWSFLASH: Metcalf Claimed By Royals; Rangers Sign German
Source: baseball time in arlington

A look at Rangers' news from today.

Why not the Rangers?

I'm fairly certain that I'm the only person in the civilized world picking the Rangers to win the AL West. I can't say that I have some strong, data-based reason for this. It's really just gut.

Ballpark Way is not the way to go

It's opening day! Your team is picked to win the division! (well, picked by one loser, anyway).

Spring Training Long Ball Update!

Written By: Jimmy Da Saint Spring training is all about getting in shape, getting your timing down, establishing a rapport with your teammates, evaluating player talent & shaping your team's identity before the regular season starts.

Rangers tab Maddux as pitching coach
Source: MLB.com

Mike Maddux was named the Rangers pitching coach on Monday to replace Andy Hawkins, who was named bullpen coach after serving as the club's interim pitching coach the last two months of the season.

Peavy a Brave? Pretty darn enticing
Source: braves.today.com

Jake Peavy is an Alabama native who would waive his no-trade clause to pitch for the Atlanta Braves. He's also the 2007 NL Cy Young Award winner with a 3.25 career ERA and has made 27-plus starts for six consecutive seasons. Hmmm ... pretty enticing.

Tex is an Angel; the devil is was the deal worth it?
Source: braves.today.com

So Braves fans, Mark Teixeira look good wearing red and white and playing in the postseason? That wasn't the plan when the Braves dealt for Tex at the 2007 trade deadline. But I'd do the trade again if I had the chance.

Fabled bachelor Lonesome George may finally be a father
Source: Guardian Unlimited

Lonesome George, the conservation icon of the Galapagos islands and last surviving tortoise of his kind, may finally become a father, after keepers recovered a clutch of eggs from his enclosure.

Pitching can't ground Jays as Braves drop to four games out in East
Source: Braves.Today.Com

Tim Hudson gave up six runs in five-plus innings, and four hits from Gregor Blanco and a Mark Teixeira homer wasn't enough as the Braves fell 9-5 to Toronto Saturday.

Sheets stuffs Braves as Atlanta drops series opener
Source: Braves.Today.Com

Ben Sheets made life tough on the Atlanta offense, pitching a four-hit complete-game as the Braves fell 4-1 to Milwaukee Monday at Turner Field. Jo-Jo Reyes gave up six hits and four runs in 2 1/3 innings.

Braves rally past Mariners for one-run victory
Source: Braves.Today.Com

Greg Norton's double tied it in the bottom of the ninth, and Brian McCann's single with the bases loaded won it as the Braves rallied to beat Seattle 5-4 Saturday at Turner Field. The win moves Atlanta to five games out in the NL East.

After late rally, Braves end road trip with another one-run loss
Source: Braves.Today.Com

After rallying to tie the game with two runs in the top of the ninth, the Braves fell 5-4 Thursday at Texas, setting a Major League record with their 22nd consecutive one-run road loss.

Gonzo's back with a save as Braves top Texas in ninth
Source: Braves.Today.Com

Mike Gonzalez, pitching for the first time in the majors in 13 months, delivered a perfect ninth inning to earn the save and the Braves scored three in the top of the ninth for a 5-2 victory at Texas. The win moves Atlanta within 5 1/2 games of first place in the NL East.

Early deficit too much as Braves drop opener at Texas
Source: Braves.Today.Com

The Braves fell behind 6-0 after five innings and couldn't catch up, falling to Texas 7-5 Tuesday in the opener of a three-game series. Chipper Jones went hitless, his major-league leading average falling to .400. Tim Hudson allowed six runs on six hits in 4 2/3 innings.

Jurrjens sharp as Braves bash Rockies
Source: Braves.Today.Com

Jair Jurrjens missed his last start, but he was spot-on good Monday, throwing 7 2/3 innings of shutout baseball in Coors Field as the Braves topped the Rockies 7-1. Chipper Jones led the hit parade with two hits, raising his major-league leading average to .403.

Campillo stellar but Braves bats quiet in loss to Angels
Source: Braves.Today.Com

Jorge Campillo pitched outstanding, but three Los Angeles Angels pitchers shut down the Braves' offense as Atlanta lost 2-0 on Sunday Night Baseball. Still, it was a good weekend for the Braves, who won two out of three from Los Angeles after being swept by the Cubs.

Faith brings Texas Rangers' Hamilton back from the brink
Source: The Dallas Morning News

Faith, he regularly testifies, has put him back in baseball after four years of addiction problems so ugly you can't blame his family for not wanting to relive them. But because of faith, they do – to churches, youth groups and halfway houses.

 A repentant Josh Hamilton has miraculously restored the skills
Source: Sports Illustrated

After drugs and alcohol nearly destroyed his career before it got started, a repentant Josh Hamilton has miraculously restored the skills that now make him a Triple Crown threat

Quick Hits

Here's a handful of cheap shots from the cheap seats. I promise I won't even mention Michael Vick. Starting now. --------------------------------------------------

Rangers' 30 runs sets AL record in rout of Orioles - MLB
Source: ESPN.com

30 runs. In one game. Check out the box score. Wow.

Sosa hits career HR No. 600
Source: Chicago Tribune

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Former Cubs icon Sammy Sosa became the fifth player in major-league history to reach the 600 home run plateau Wednesday night when he connected off right-hander Jason Marquis in the fifth inning of the Rangers' 7-3 victory over the Cubs.

April No Longer Cruelest Month For Cordero

One year ago today Francisco Cordero was bumped from his closer role because he was, to put it mildly, struggling. April 2007 has proven to be a remarkably different month for the pitcher they call "Coco."

Fear The Middle Infield!

It's two short weeks into the 2007 MLB season and a number of the top hitters in the majors don't live at the corners. Shortstop Jimmy Rollins and second baseman Ian Kinsler lead the list of middle infielders who are eating your favorite pitcher's lunch.

Rangers end stadium naming rights deal with Ameriquest
Source: Sports Illustrated

Could this be the beginning of the end of corporate naming rights on sports stadiums and arenas throughout the US? Probably not, but it's an interesting development.

MLB: Rangers interested in Lidge
Source: The Houston Chronicle

The Texas Rangers have asked about acquiring Astros closer Brad Lidge, who might bring third baseman Hank Blalock in return.Also, a top Baltimore Orioles scout was back at Minute Maid Park on Saturday watching the Astros, who remain in negotiations with the Orioles in hopes of ac …

MLB: Lee's a plus, but Rangers still need pitching
Source: Fox Sports

In a blockbuster trade with major implications for both leagues, the Brewers sent Lee to the Rangers on Friday for reliever Francisco Cordero, outfielder Kevin Mench and Class AAA outfielder Laynce Nix.The deal also includes an exchange of two other minor leaguers, with Class AAA …