The Texas Rangers have reportedly been interested in adding young catching, but it’s unlikely José Herrera is that player.

The Texas Rangers finalized free-agent deals with catcher Danny Jansen and local left-handed reliever Tyler Alexander on Monday, night, addressing some of their significant offseason needs. The addition of Jansen on a $14.

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When the Texas Rangers non-tendered four arbitration-eligible players last month, the most prominent was outfielder Adolis García.

The Rangers will make some moves during the Winter Meetings, but their best path forward involved internal improvement.

The Texas Rangers today acquired right-handed pitcher Carter Baumler from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jaiker Garcia and cash considerations. Baumler, who was selected by Pittsburgh from Baltimore in the Major League phase of today’s Rule 5 Draft,

The Astros keep reshaping their front office, bringing in Sam Niedorf from the in-state rival Texas Rangers as their new director of player development.

Baumler, a potential bullpen piece, is the only player that Texas added to its major league roster at this week’s winter meetings.