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Laird Leads Rangers in 10-4 Win
 Laird Leads Rangers in 10-4 Win 
Apr 6, 2008 10:16 PM CDT

Laird Leads Rangers in 10-4 Win

Texas takes rubber match of Angels series

(Newser) - Gerald Laird had four hits, homered twice and drove in a career-high six runs Sunday—his first of the season—to power the Texas Rangers over the Los Angeles Angels 10-4. Laird hit a three-run homer in the fourth inning off Jon Garland, then added an RBI single in the...

Weaver Outduels Millwood to Beat Rangers

Angels right-hander throws seven shutout innings in win

(Newser) - Jered Weaver pitched seven scoreless innings, Torii Hunter and Howie Kendrick had run-scoring hits and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 2-1 last night. Weaver (1-1) allowed three hits, walked none and struck out six after losing at Minnesota in the first opening-day assignment of his career. Weaver...

Twins Win in Hunter's Return to Minnesota
Twins Win in Hunter's Return to Minnesota
opening day
Apr 1, 2008 12:15 AM CDT

Twins Win in Hunter's Return to Minnesota

Elsewhere, Rays get win at Baltimore while Mariners top Rangers

(Newser) - New Twins centerfielder Carlos Gomez proved up to the challenge of replacing Torii Hunter on this day, getting two hits, stealing two bases, and scoring twice to spark Minnesota to a 3-2 win over Los Angeles. Livan Hernandez mixed his pitches well, scattering seven hits and two runs over seven...

Angels Win Torii Sweepstakes
Angels Win Torii Sweepstakes
Nov 22, 2007 10:22 PM CST

Angels Win Torii Sweepstakes

Other teams shocked by LA of A's sudden deal for Twins CF

(Newser) - Shocking other teams seeking the seven-time Gold Glover, the Los Angeles Angels nabbed free agent center fielder Torii Hunter with a five-year, $90 million deal, despite already having an excellent—and expensive—center fielder in Gary Matthews, Jr. The move is the second unconventional one of the week for LA's...

A-Rod Stays, Thanks to Wall St.
A-Rod Stays, Thanks to Wall St.
Nov 16, 2007 2:19 AM CST

A-Rod Stays, Thanks to Wall St.

Goldman Sachs exec brokers deal

(Newser) - Alex Rodriguez will be the New York Yankees' third baseman next season. One of Wall Street's power elite convinced A-Rod to sign a new contract as early as today, reports the Wall Street Journal. Gerry Cardinale, an executive at Goldman Sachs, which owns a big stake in the Yankees' television...

Rangers Rack Up Record 30 Runs
Rangers Rack Up Record 30 Runs
Aug 22, 2007 9:33 PM CDT

Rangers Rack Up Record 30 Runs

In a night of oddities, Texas posts 29 hits and 2 grand slams

(Newser) - The Rangers punished the Orioles 30-3 last night in MLB's first 30-run performance in 110 years, the AP reports. Though short of the big-league record for most runs in a game--Chicago routed Louisville 36-7 on Jun 28, 1897--Texas' mark is the best in American League history. The Rangers' 29 hits...

Santana Strikes Out 17 to Down Texas

Minnesota All-Star sets team record in 1-0 win over Rangers

(Newser) - Twins ace Johan Santana struck out a franchise-record 17 batters to lead Minnesota past the Rangers 1-0 yesterday. Santana, who was perfect for the first half of his eight-inning outing, got all the offense he needed with a solo shot from teammate Michael Cuddyer. The game was otherwise momentous for...

Bush Gets a Line on Bonds
Bush Gets a Line on Bonds
Aug 8, 2007 3:14 PM CDT

Bush Gets a Line on Bonds

Delay in congratulatory phone call not asterisk-related, spokesman says

(Newser) - Barry Bonds took 21 years to set the career home run record, so the half-day delay in President Bush's congratulatory phone call probably seems like the blink of an eye. The call went out from the White House this afternoon, the Chicago Tribune reports, and Tony Snow attributed the delay...

Teixeira Has Brave New Start
Teixeira Has Brave New Start
Aug 2, 2007 5:08 AM CDT

Teixeira Has Brave New Start

Atlanta's acquisition collects three-run homer, 4 RBIs in 12-3 rout of Houston

(Newser) - Slugger Mark Teixeira was a smash in his first Atlanta performance last night, chalking up a three-run blast to lead the Braves to a 12-3 win over Houston. Teixeira, whom Atlanta nabbed in a multi-player deal with Texas this week, was 1-4 with a walk and 4 RBIs, an inaugural...

Sox Stun Yankees, Grab Gagne
Sox Stun Yankees,
Grab Gagne
Aug 1, 2007 7:13 AM CDT

Sox Stun Yankees, Grab Gagne

Ace reliever overcomes Boston phobia for $2.1M signing bonus

(Newser) - The Yankees had hoped to nab ace reliever Eric Gagne from the Texas Rangers; instead, he signed with their AL-East rivals yesterday, breaking a no-trade clause with the division-dominating Red Sox. The Sox, who handed Gagne a $2.1M signing bonus, bought insurance for a bullpen which already includes All-Stars...

Exit Texas for Teixeira?
Exit Texas for Teixeira?
Jul 31, 2007 4:57 AM CDT

Exit Texas for Teixeira?

Rangers 1B to be shipped to Atlanta for prospects in mid-season's biggest move

(Newser) - The Braves are close to a deal with the Rangers for slugger Mark Teixeira, who will correct a power outage at first base. The Rangers will receive a handful of prospects, including majors-ready catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia. With Brian McCann installed long-term behind the plate, the Braves could afford to lose...

Sosa Slams No. 600
Sosa Slams No. 600
Jun 21, 2007 7:09 AM CDT

Sosa Slams No. 600

Ranger becomes fifth member of exclusive club

(Newser) - Sammy Sosa homered for the 600th time last night, becoming just the fifth man to hit the storied mark. As the Texas Ranger rounded the bases in Arlington, the theme from "The Natural" played and the scoreboard pictured the other men who've reached the milestone—Hank Aaron, Barry Bonds,...

Texas Owner: Juan-Gone "Probably" Doped

Gonzalez is Rangers' boss biggest regret

(Newser) - Texas owner Tom Hicks says he suspected slugger Juan Gonzalez had used steroids, judging from his body's early and expeditious breakdown. Hicks bemoaned his $24 million, two-year investment, which resulted in 152 games and 32 home runs during 2002-03. "We just gave that money away," he said.

Buehrle No-Hits Rangers; ChiSox Roll, 6-0

Chicago lefty pitches 16th no-hitter in White Sox history

(Newser) - Mark Buehrle, two starts from a minor injury to his throwing arm, thoroughly dominated the Texas Rangers today, giving up no hits and just one walk (to Sammy Sosa, whom he promptly picked off at first base).  Two Jim Thome solo shots and a grand slam from Jermaine Dye...

Sammy Blasts Homer in Chicago
Sammy Blasts Homer in Chicago
Apr 18, 2007 10:49 PM CDT

Sammy Blasts Homer in Chicago

Aging slugger now just nine away from 600

(Newser) - It was just like 1998. Sammy Sosa’s 3-run homer, number 591 of his career, propelled his team to an 8-1 win over the White Sox last night in Chicago. Only this time, it was on the North Side, Sosa was wearing a Rangers uniform, and the fans were booing...

Botched Sosa Check Swing Upends Red Sox

First RBI for Sosa in comeback attempt with Rangers

(Newser) - While attempting to check his swing, Rangers slugger Sammy Sosa accidentally hit an RBI single that would be the go-ahead run in a 2-0 victory over the Red Sox.  It was the first RBI of the season for Sosa, who is attempting a comeback with his 1989 rookie-season team.

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