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The Astros, The Rangers, And Post-hype Prospects

... Gallo. The Rangers don’t know what they are, baseball doesn’t and other teams surely don’t want to pay to find out. Houston’s depth chart is decorated with young players who fulfilled their potential, are heading that way or have shot way past it already. Their two most recent blue chip prospects __link__ ranked Profar the number one overall prospect in 2012, Gallo 6 th in 2014 and 2015) will both open 2017 as a member of the Opening Day roster. Unfortunately, it’s not necessarily because of them but because of what surrounds them. Profar in left field in the first of many starts at many different positions and Gallo at third for the injured Beltre. Ironically, two Astros’ castoffs are potential integral members of the Rangers. 2015 Rule 5 Draft pick Delino De Shields will currently platoon with Profar in left field and play center behind. Carlos Gomez. Gomez barely made it a year in Houston before the team cut ties and the veteran outfielder signed with Texas for the remainder of the 2016 season. Re-signed to a one-year deal, he’ll open as the team’s starting center fielder ...

Cleveland Indians At Texas Rangers

... fought back from an 0-2 hole to draw a walk, and then, he motored over to third base when designated hitter Carlos Santana swatted a 1-1 pitch from Rangers starter Yu Darvish to deep right field. Shortstop Francisco Lindor lined into a sacrifice double play, but Almonte scored before the third out of the inning was recorded to even things at 1-1 after 2.5 innings of play. 7:40 p.m.-RANGERS TAKE 1-0 LEAD. The Texas Rangers tried to get something going with their speed on the bases in the bottom of the first inning, and when that did not work, they broke out the bats in their second trip to the plate in the season opener against the Cleveland Indians at Globe Life Park. Down in a two-strike hole, second baseman Rougned Odor worked the count full before belting a pitch from Indians starter Corey Kluber, a finalist for the 2016 American League Cy Young Award, over the wall in right field for a solo home run and 1-0 lead. Three batters later, shortstop Elvis Andrus smacked a two-out double to left field, but Kluber worked out of the jam and kept it a one-run game. 7:00 p.m.-INDIANS OPEN 2017 SEASON AT RANGERS. The chase is on. The ...

Crime Update, Dallas Pension Rescue, Texas Rangers

... for decades to come," Rawlings said in an interview. Rawlings, other mayors press Homeland Security chief for clarity on Trump's immigration push. Texas foster teen killed after running away from CPS office. A 15-year-old foster girl being housed in a Child Protective Services office was struck by a vehicle and killed in Houston early Sunday , more than 10 hours after she and another foster girl fled from CPS employees supervising them in a state office building. The episode marked the first time a child in state care has died during a stay at a CPS office because the agency couldn't find a foster care provider willing to take them. (Tom Fox/Staff Photographer). Photo of the morning. A ceremonial shovel is left in the dirt following the groundbreaking for Texas Live! in Arlington on Wednesday. In partnership between The Cordish Companies and the Texas Rangers, Texas Live! is a $250 million dining, entertainment and hospitality district to be built adjacent to the new Rangers indoor stadium. Within ...

Rangers Fans’ Guide To Opening Day At Globe Life Park

... to sit by yourself in one of those “scattered singles” still available or sit behind a steal beam. The 6:08 p.m. start time means the parking lots open at 1 p.m. for those looking to tailgate. (Remember to drink responsibly and pick up your trash.). Here’s all you need to know about the Rangers-Indians Opening Day game at Globe Life Park. First pitch: 6:08 p.m. The starting pitchers: Right-hander Yu Darvish makes his first career Opening Day start for the Rangers (he did it five times in Japan) against Indians right-hander Corey Kluber. Parking: Lots open five hours before game time. General parking is $18 online and $20 in person. Premium parking is $20 online or $25 in person. New lots: Two new cash lots: the Tacoma Lot R, located south of Cowboys Way at the corner of Stadium Drive and Sanford Street, and the Yaris Lot S, located east of Magic Mile between the Road to Six Flags and Arlington Downs. Also, a premium cash lot has been added to Camry Lot J, with 300 spaces, just west of the stadium with access off Randol Mill Road. Valet: West Valet has been relocated to the northeast side of Globe Life Park on Road to Six Flags. Uber: The pick-up and ...

Texas Rangers Opening Day, John Wiley Price, Rising Housing Costs

... Sign Up. Do you want to get this roundup via email? Sign up for our newsletters here. Everything you need for Rangers Opening Day. The Rangers open the 2017 season on Monday at Globe Life Park against the Cleveland Indians at 6:05 p.m. Here's the latest news, analysis, opinion, facts and figures you need to know for the opener. Cowboys to let other teams contact and visit with QB Tony Romo. John Wiley Price walks into the Earle Cabell Federal Building on Feb. 21, the first day of his trial on fraud charges. (Nathan Hunsinger/Staff Photographer). IRS agents pick John Wiley Price’s finances apart in attempt to prove tax fraud. An IRS agent testified Monday that John Wiley Price failed to report as income a string of payments from two close associates totaling more than $1 million. Rene Hammett said her examination found that Price’s financial records did not jibe with that the defense’s contention that the payments from Kathy Nealy and Dapheny Fain were loan repayments. She said her investigation ...

Texas Rangers To Take Over La Vernia Hazing, Sex Assault Investigation

... extends his arms in prayer as he joins others from La Vernia at a prayer service at the city park. Photo: Kin Man Hui /San Antonio Express-News. Image 15 of 21. Longtime friends Jane Lorenz (right) hugs Margaret Pike who both attend St. Anne Church join the community of La Vernia during a spiritual service on Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2017 in the wake of recent events which resulted in arrests of students hazing other students in a horrific manner. The La Vernia Ministerial Alliance and La Vernia News hosted and invited community members to join in prayer and music at the La Vernia City Park on Tuesday evening. People were asked to bring messages of hope and healing in plastic Easter eggs which were exchanged during the service. (Kin Man Hui/San Antonio Express-News) less. Longtime friends Jane Lorenz (right) hugs Margaret Pike who both attend St. Anne Church join the community of La Vernia during a spiritual service on Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2017 in the wake of recent events which. more. Photo: Kin Man Hui, Staff / San Antonio Express-News. Image 16 of 21. The community of La Vernia attend a spiritual service on Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2017 in the wake of recent ...

Check Out The Texas Rangers' Walk-up Songs For Opening Day

... as they try to get themselves hyped for an at-bat or psyched to take the mound. For Opening Day, a few of the Rangers gave us an inside peek at which songs will be blaring over the Globe Life Park PA system to introduce the ballplayers. Notably missing is Mike Napoli. Will he go au naturel and let the Rangers fans serenade him with "Na-Po-Li" chants? Or will he debut a "Party at Napoli's" single? I guess we'll find out. Staff Photographer. Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor (12) smashes a two-run homer to the Home Run Porch upper deck in the second inning against the Houston Astros at the Globe Life Park in Arlington, Wednesday, April 20, 2016. (Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning News). Rougned Odor: Dejale Caer To El Peso (Let The Weight Fall) by Hector El Father; El Ganador (The Winner) by Nicky Jam. Shin-Soo Choo: Regulate by Warren G. Adrian Beltre: Menea Tu Chapa (Shake That Thing) by Wil O New; Teke Teke by El Teke Teke. Jurickson Profar: My Love by Frenna. Elvis Andrus: 24 K by Bruno Mars. Carlos Gomez: Warriors by Cosculluela. Robinson Chirinos: Nothing is Impossibe by Planet Shakers. Nomar ...

Analysts, ‘experts’ Don’t Like The Rangers’ Chances

... with the Rangers thought it would be best for him to begin the season on the DL (video by Jeff Wilson). But something called __link__ actually dismissed the Rangers’ chances this season because of their “subtractions.”. Wait a minute. If losing Beltran allows Jurickson Profar and the refurbished Delino De Shields to get onto the lineup card more often, that’s a plus, not a minus. And the upgrade from Mitch Moreland to Mike Napoli is so substantial, it will have a ripple effect in the lineup and the clubhouse. The combination of A. J. Griffin, Mike Hauschild and possibly Nick Martinez or Dillon Gee should do fine until Cashner and Ross join the rotation. Until the recovering two new pitchers, Andrew Cashner and Tyson Ross, finally take the mound, it’s difficult to measure whether management’s decision to let Derek Holland and Colby Lewis go will pan out. But the combination of A. J. Griffin, Mike Hauschild and possibly Nick Martinez or Dillon Gee should do fine until Cashner and Ross join the rotation. The Rangers lost the numbers game last season, but not their second consecutive AL West title. In a way, they were swept in the playoffs by the Blue Jays and by ...

Is This The Beginning Of The End For Rangers'window Of Opportunity' To Win It All

... "'Window' implies a defined period with a start and a stop," Daniels said. "But the reality is team-building isn't a snapshot, it's live action. Circumstances change, people mature, players improve and surprise, methods evolve. We've had offseasons where we didn't have a lot of heavy lifting to do, and others where we were challenged to be more creative. That's all part of the fun of what we do. We're looking forward to it.". But, even some key members of his team sense that nothing can last forever. "It's getting to the end with this group," shortstop Elvis Andrus said. "We know how important it is for the team this year.". Andrus joined the Rangers in 2009. He has more service with the Rangers than any other member of the roster. During his career, the Rangers have the fourth-best win percentage in the majors and second in the AL. They have won four AL West titles and two AL pennants. And while Andrus won't turn 29 until August, he can look around the room and see the obvious. The catcher, first baseman, center fielder and opening day starting pitcher will be free ...

Coach Tony Beasley Sings Moving Rendition Of Anthem

... Gomez's home run, downplays his own. Martin Perez prepared for Game 2 start. Texas Live! A first look at the Rangers dining and entertainment project. Stadium Links brings golf to Texas Rangers Globe Life Park. Jon Daniels reveals Rangers will demote Keone Kela. Pot-bellied pig on the loose at Texas gas station. Adrian Beltre discusses (sorta) his injury status a week before Opening Day. Video: Fort Worth police officer caught on video pepper-spraying motorcyclists. Share Video. Rangers bench coach Tony Beasley, who was diagnosed with stage 2 cancer last season, belted out the National Anthem to wild cheers from the fans ahead of the Rangers game against the Indians. MVT review. Michael Brown, of Sherman, who is a Rangers diehard and fan of food, was one of the first to try the new 24-inch MVT (Most Valuable Tamale) at Globe Life Park. After ordering the $27 Boomstick hot dog stuffed in a tamale, which is then covered in two kinds of cheese and ...