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Texas Rangers Spring Training Report

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Texas Rangers Spring Training Report Texas Rangers Spring Training Report by Da`Vince “Dino” Wright Sunrise, Arizona - Adding key players is the key for the Rangers this year, but having guys to play multiple position that will help the team.  “It`s good a way to make the team, and, for some, it may be the only way in an organization that places a high value on versatility”, Ranger scout said. “It`s very valuable to have a guy with versatility.” General Manager Jon Daniels said. “It gives the manager a lot of different options and allows you not to make a roster move if a starter has to miss a day or two. It gives you a ton of roster flexibility.”  When you talk about flexibility your speaking over Ben Zobrist, Hanser Alberto and Drew Robinson. Zobrist Hanser is a two time All-Star that has 10 years in the majors playing all four infield and 3 outfield positions. It`s amazing to have a player that can start anywhere on the diamond. He`s made the All-Sta...

Texas Rangers Biggest Needs For Spring Training

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Texas Rangers start spring training with a few needs.  The Rangers Needs Before Spring Training by Da`Vince “Dino” Wright The Texas Rangers won their division last year and didn`t get deep into the playoffs. Why? The depth at key positions cost the team dreams of reaching the World Series. Pitching is the first thing that comes to mind and it`s the most important piece to winning. The Rangers has the best farm teams in the MLB. They need to bring up fresh talent to keep the team afloat during dry spells that plague th team. “The Texas Rangers has a core of young pitchers being developed in the minor league. Why don`t they just bring them up,” said Ryan Gosslet of Dallas Morning News. “Those young guys are hungry and landing a top 2 tier pitcher will cost them dearly”.  Let` take a look at the needs of the Rangers and the players that would possibly land here. Pitchers David Price - He went 18-5 last year with an ERA of 2.45 and 225 strike outs. He...

Can Rangers Make The Playoffs

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Adrian Beltre and the Texas Rangers will try to bounce back from a 6-5 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays to continue their playoff push.  The Rangers have wrapped up their series in Detroit against the Tigers. Winning eight of their last ten games, the Rangers are now 64-59, and just 3.5 games behind the Houston Astros for first place in the A.L. West standings. After winning three games of four against the Tigers, the Rangers have increased their chance of not only earning a Wild Card playoff spot, but they’ve increased their chance on winning the division. (By  Alex Al-Kazzaz  for BlitzWeekly.com ) Martin Perez took the mound for the Rangers in Game 1. Pitching only five innings, Perez allowed six hits, surrendered three runs and struck out four batters. The Rangers offense was completely shut down and they were able to only get one hit. The Rangers ended up getting blanked 4-0 by the Tigers. Colby Lewis was on the mound for Game 2. In seven innings, Lewis allowe...

Padres Dismiss Bud Black as Manager

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Black out in SD after 9 seasons. Photo Credit: Kirby Lee/USA Today Sports San Diego has made a change in midst of a disappointing season so far. By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Is A Game With No Fans Really A Game?

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Camden Yards in Baltimore will be empty for the Orioles vs White Sox game. Due to the demonstrations in Baltimore, the Orioles vs Chicago White Sox game will be played without access to the public. For the first time in the over 100 year history of the America's past time, the game will be played with no fans. Why play the game at all? by Rodney Fisher

Josh Hamilton Traded to Texas

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Hamilton will never wear Angel red again. Photo Credit: USA Today Sports     Hamilton's day's with the Angels are officially over. By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

U.S. Little League Vacate Wins from Jackie Robinson West

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JRW stripped of its championship. Photo Credit: Evan Habeeb/USA TODAY Sports Jackie Robinson West will vacate all of its win during its 2014 championship season. By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Padres, James Shields Agree to Four Year, $75 Million Deal

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Shields is now a Padre. Photo Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports The Padres added another big prized free agent to their offseason haul as they welcomed James Shields into the fold. By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Johan Santana Drawing Interest in Comeback Attempt

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  Santana as a member of the NY Mets. Photo Credit: US Presswire Johan Santana is drawing many big clubs as he attempts to revive and restart his major league career.  By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Nationals, Scherzer Strike a Deal

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Scherzer is now with the Nats. Photo Credit: Tommy Gilligan/USA Today Sports The former Detroit Tigers starting pitcher cashed in big time today with Washington. By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Johnson, Martinez Head Elected 2015 Hall of Fame Class

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  Martinez now a Hall of Famer. Photo Credit: USA Today Sports The Baseball Writers Association of America revealed their vote for the 2015 Baseball Hall of Fame vote. This year's class includes four players who will be enshrined in Cooperstown. By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

Pittsburgh Pirates Win Bid for Korean SS Kang

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  Can Kang be a superstar for Pittsburgh? Photo Credit: Getty Images The Pirates were the surprise winners in the Kang sweepstakes. By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)

How Renewed US-Cuba Talks Could Impact MLB

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  Puig could play an MLB game in Cuba one day.Photo Credit: USA Today Sports     In the wake of the renewed commitment to the U.S-Cuba diplomatic relationship by both sides, this could have a significant impact on MLB's role in Cuban baseball. By: Michael Hanley

Today's Trades at the Winter Meetings

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  Winter Meetings held in San Diego. Photo Credit: Jake Roth/USA Today Sports The Winter Meetings in San Diego turned out to be one that was full of trades that were going through so fast it made your head spin. Here is a recap of  today's trades. By: Michael Hanley

Cubs Land Jon Lester on 6-year, $155 Million Deal

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  Lester will be pitching in Cubs colors next season. Photo Credit: Steven Bisig The Cubs have won the Jon Lester sweepstakes, nabbing the free agent target they had sought. By: Michael Hanley

Dodgers, Padres Talking Kemp Trade

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Kemp to SD?  Photo Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel/USA TODAY Sports     As the days in this off season wear on, the Dodgers and Padres continue to talk about a potential Matt Kemp trade. By: Michael Hanley

Rays Hire Kevin Cash as New Manager

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  Cash will don Rays colors next season. Photo Credit: David Richard/USA Today Sports The Tampa Bay Rays have found their new manager in Kevin Cash. By: Michael Hanley

Andrew Miller Closing in on Record Contract

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  Miller will be  in LA or NY next year. Photo Credit: Joy R. Absalon/ USA Today Sports Andrew Miller is close to cashing in on a very rich contract from a big market team.  By: Michael Hanley

Sandoval On Why He Left SF for Boston

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Sandoval now a Red Sox. Photo Credit: Greg M. Cooper/USA Today Sports Recent new Red Sox signee Pablo Sandoval revealed just why he chose to leave the confines of San Francisco for Fenway Park in Boston. By: Michael Hanley

Russell Martin, Blue Jays Agree to 5 Year, $82 Million Deal.

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Martin takes his talents to Toronto. Photo Credit: Kim Klement/USA Today Sports The Blue Jays have found their new catcher to lead them for the foreseeable future.  By: Michael Hanley