Max Scherzer’s sixth-grade teacher? Fellow major leaguer Jake Burger’s mom
The Rangers first baseman was only five months old when his mom started teaching the future Hall of Fame pitcher.
Tue, Apr 22
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MLB Power Rankings: Cincinnati, Cleveland on the climb; What a difference a year makes
In this week's Rankings, we take a look at where each team ranked exactly one year ago and what that might tell us about where they are now.
Fri, Apr 18
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Rangers pitcher Patrick Corbin notches win after suspected spider bite nearly causes missed start
Corbin struck out six and allowed just one run, securing the 3-1 win over Los Angeles.
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Thu, Apr 17
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MLB bat path metrics, speed training, fitting tech: Is hitting finally catching up?
With hitting arguably harder than ever, teams are looking at data, technology drills and, yes, new bat shapes to get an edge.
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Wed, Apr 16
- MLB
What are the top 10 front offices in MLB in 2025? Here’s how 40 executives voted
For the second year in a row, The Athletic canvassed 40 executives across baseball to build our front office rankings.
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How to watch the Texas Rangers in 2025: Schedule, broadcast info, blackout rules and national games
Here's how to untangle the cords and navigate the TV broadcast rotation for this season's Texas Rangers squad.
Tue, Apr 15
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2025 MLB Draft top 50 prospects rankings: Ethan Holliday, Liam Doyle leading the way
Holliday leads a class that is light at the top but heavy with solid prospects well into the second and third rounds.
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MLB Power Rankings: Padres, Mets move on up and we have a new cellar dweller
Now that we're a few weeks in and things are starting to take shape, we look at what might actually be a problem for each team going forward.
Fri, Apr 11
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How to watch the Rangers vs. Mariners series: Weekend AL West action with Jacob deGrom, Logan Gilbert
The Mariners are looking to improve their 5-8 record as they host the 9-4 division-rival Rangers.
