http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Texas Rangers News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090703&content_id=5679048&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Fri, 03 Jul 2009 21:39:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090703&content_id=5679048&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Texas not hindered by Hicks' troubles Team president Nolan Ryan said the Rangers will not be restricted from conducting business, including making trades, because of owner Tom Hicks' financial troubles. Daniel Paulling http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090703&content_id=5671994&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:32:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090703&content_id=5671994&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Movin' On Up: Borbon provides spark The Texas Rangers called up outfield prospect Julio Borbon to fill in for a hurt Josh Hamilton and hopefully bring some vigor to a struggling lineup. Lisa Winston http://trsullivan.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/07/rangers_sign_jurickson_profar.html?partnerId=rss_tex Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:57:25 EDT http://trsullivan.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/07/rangers_sign_jurickson_profar.html?partnerId=rss_tex http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5659642&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:27:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5659642&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Nadel struggling to work with one eye Rangers broadcaster Eric Nadel is recovering from two eye surgeries. He's trying to do his job with half his vision, but it's tough. He's missed games and will probably miss more. T.R. Sullivan http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5660892&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:36:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5660892&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Inbox: Solutions to Rangers' hitting woes In his latest Inbox, T.R. Sullivan answers fans' questions about the Rangers' recent hitting woes, Derek Holland's start in the Major Leagues and more. T.R. Sullivan http://trsullivan.mlblogs.com?partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:46:34 EDT http://trsullivan.mlblogs.com?partnerId=rss_tex http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090703&content_id=5670760&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090703&content_id=5670760&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Farm Crop: Rangers top 20 prospects With the short-season leagues under way, Jamey Newberg presents his top 20 prospects in the Rangers' system in his latest Farm Crop. Jamey Newberg http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5667022&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:48:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5667022&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Hamilton plays field, eyes weekend Josh Hamilton took the next step in his medical rehabilitation assignment on Thursday, playing an entire game in center field for Triple-A Oklahoma City, and he could be back as soon as this weekend. Daniel Paulling http://trsullivan.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/07/rangers_sign_fourth-round_pick.html?partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:57:21 EDT http://trsullivan.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/07/rangers_sign_fourth-round_pick.html?partnerId=rss_tex http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5650150&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:58:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5650150&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Blalock walk-off draws Texas within half Frank Francisco blew his second save of the season, but it didn't matter, as Hank Blalock hit his second home run of the game, a two-run walk-off shot, to beat the Angels, 9-7, on Wednesday. T.R. Sullivan http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5650816&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:06:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5650816&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Hunter showing he can fill in for Harrison Tommy Hunter filled in admirably while making a spot start on Monday for Matt Harrison and will continue to get a chance while Harrison is out. Daniel Paulling http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article_perspectives.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5656102&vkey=perspectives&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:35:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article_perspectives.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5656102&vkey=perspectives&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_tex Rangers a force to be reckoned with If you're the 2009 Rangers, this was better than two out of three. They've had some rough times recently, but in this series they persevered and delivered in the clutch. http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5654612&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:13:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5654612&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Padilla scratched from his next start Vicente Padilla has been scratched from Saturday's start against the Rays because of a sore right shoulder. Derek Holland will take his place. Daniel Paulling http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5656012&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:58:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090702&content_id=5656012&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Tatusko flirts with Cal League no-hitter Ryan Tatusko came within two outs of the first no-hitter in the California League in two years Wednesday as Bakersfield blanked Modesto, 2-0. John Torenli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648890&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:16:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5648890&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Nippert closing in on return for Rangers Dustin Nippert, who has been on the disabled list since the beginning of the season, is close to being an option for the Rangers' pitching staff. T.R. Sullivan http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5649594&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:31:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090701&content_id=5649594&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Rangers make strides in speed game A Rangers' offense that has revolved around power the past few seasons has added speed to its arsenal. The Rangers have been successful stealing bases 85 percent (66-of-78) of the time. Daniel Paulling http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5623100&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:39:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5623100&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Byrd leads homer barrage in victory Marlon Byrd hit two of Texas' season-high five home runs and drove in five runs to lead the Rangers to a 9-5 victory over the Angels on Tuesday. T.R. Sullivan http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5629292&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:32:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5629292&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Millwood primed to be in for finale Though it's not a crucial finale, it will be the last time the Rangers face the Angels at home until Sept. 18, so they're happy that their ace will take the hill. T.R. Sullivan http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5625538&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:41:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5625538&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Hamilton hopes to return this weekend Josh Hamilton is hoping to be back in the Rangers lineup this weekend after a good first night on medical rehabilitation assignment with Double-A Frisco on Monday. T.R. Sullivan http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5584844&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:52:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090628&content_id=5584844&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Kinsler holds narrow lead in All-Star vote Ian Kinsler is still leading the All-Star voting among second basemen in the American League, but Boston's Dustin Pedroia is close behind. T.R. Sullivan http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5620716&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:10:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090630&content_id=5620716&vkey=news_tex&fext=.jsp&c_id=tex&partnerId=rss_tex Rangers' OPS dip leads to struggles Judging by OPS, first base has been a big offensive problem for the Rangers this season. First base is just one of the positions to see a large dip this season. T.R. Sullivan