Jake Burger's Down Syndrome Mission | Texas Rangers News

Jake Burger, Texas Rangers first baseman, is this year’s Roberto Clemente Award nominee — a prestigious honor recognizing off-field humanitarian impact. Inspired by his daughter with Down syndrome, Burger and his wife Ashlyn launched the Burger Family Foundation to champion “Down Syndrome is cool” through merchandise and community outreach. Their next big project? “The Lucky Ranch,” a therapeutic haven for kids with Down syndrome. The Rangers are also hosting a special awareness day at Globe Life Field. While no Ranger has won the award yet (Nelson Cruz took it in 2021), the announcement will come during the World Series — adding heart and hype to an already tight AL West race. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/onsi/why-jake-burger-is-2026-rangers-roberto-clemente-award-nominee More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d16d1e7069bc4e96 Report issues to [email protected].