The Ranger Zone

You can have your peanuts and Cracker Jack, we’ll take the chicken-fried hot dog served on a biscuit with gravy. In this episode, it’s FOOOOOOD! We bring you all the wild, wacky and worrisome food coming to Globe Life Field this season, as well as some other delicious dishes from around the league, like the Pig Kahuna, the Blooperito, the Glizzilla, the Bratwurst Smashie and many more mouth-watering concoctions straight from the pre-diabetes dreams of Wilford Brimley.   SHOW NOTES: Rangers Food ⚾ https://bit.ly/4sT10X0 Diamondbacks Food ⚾ https://bit.ly/41TGRW2 Mariners Food ⚾ https://bit.ly/4cMgC91  Braves Food ⚾ https://bit.ly/4tPzlI9    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

The third, and second-to-last, installment of Beast of the Best hath arriven – and it might be the saddest one in the four-part series. In this episode, we travel beyond the base paths into the outfield to discuss why and how Juan Gonzalez stole two MVPs from Ken Griffey (or a handful of other players in the ‘90s), froth at the sight of Adolis Garcia’s 1.000+ OPS in the 2023 postseason, and discovered that as long as Josh Hamilton didn’t have two strikes in the count, he hit anywhere between .288 and .636.   SHOW NOTES: Emily Jones Farewell (Podcast) ⚾ https://bit.ly/4tbYkF5 Emily Jones Farwell (Instagram) ⚾ https://bit.ly/3Qm4mUY    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

The amateurs are back in the broadcast booth for 2026. We last left you in the final game of the previous season and are bringing you into this season with the rubber match of the Rangers' opening series against the Philadelphia Phillies. In this episode, we get home runs from the two newest additions, Brandon Nimmo and Andrew McCutchen, and a 5-inning no-hit performance from another new addition, MacKenzie Gore. Grab a hot dog, grab a beer and grab a seat for this year’s first Amateur Broadcast Theater.   LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/vince-mcgill/buffalo-girls  License code: R1KLSV2JNVSWGKG5 https://uppbeat.io/t/stan-town/bust-a-move  License code: XR4W1R4KV4BGGXOI https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/are-u-ready  License code: FFOGPBCSPLGTPAUL https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/ranger-funk-patrol  License code: HD00NVQUEIT3L6XL https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/bring-the-energy  License code: FZ7MBWD0HXC7VTZ5

Beast of the Best is back, and this time it’s second basemen and shortstops. In this episode, Christopher reminds us that Toby Harrah was only 16 batting-average points shy of winning the Triple Crown in 1975. Robbie discovered that Marcus Semien is one of six second basemen to log 25+ HR, 100+ RBI, 120+ Runs in a single season. And Tony got the short end of the stick and had to talk about how great A-Rod was.   SHOW NOTES: Dallas Stars Mooterus Jersey ⚾https://bit.ly/413iKni    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/theme-from-a-lift License code: TW7V5RDS9UZD3GN4 https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

The baseball season is upon us all, and we could not, would not, let another second go by without predicting all the things and stuffs for 2026. In this episode, we discuss every digit from AL West standings to playoff spots to World Series winners and even some Rangers-specific guestimates. Also, we vehemently reject the racist statue erected at Globe Life Field last month and hope the people who tore down Saddam’s statue could do us a solid.   SHOW NOTES: D Magazine Article ⚾ https://bit.ly/4cMZBNC  PECOTA Projections ⚾ https://bit.ly/4cGmtOF  Jim Leyland vs Umpire ⚾ https://bit.ly/4un2QBv    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines  License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/break  License code: DG7OR9NDFZGOT3KA

If the Rangers’ farm system is ranked 25th, did they really give up anything of value to the Nationals? Only the cruel, unrelenting march of time will tell. But for now, the World Series window remains wide open with the addition of MacKenzie Gore and his lethal curveball. In this episode, we get into the Gore-y details (see what we did there) from the five prospects dealt to the Nats, to his machine-like swing-and-miss stuff, to who’s taking over the mound in 2028 when Gore, Eovaldi and deGrom are gone.   SHOW NOTES: Theme Nights ⚾ https://bit.ly/3ZGqhYB  Rangers Savant Trade Value ⚾ https://bit.ly/4s597jv    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

Welcome to the first of a four-part mini-series where we break down the Rangers’ best single-season performances by position. In this episode, we learn that Rafael Palmeiro stole 22 bases in 1993 – he’d never stolen more than 12. Hank Blalock led the league in defensive WAR in 2003 and didn’t win a Gold Glove. Buddy Bell is not only the all-time best and second-best defensive third baseman for the Rangers, he ranks No. 3 in all-time best defensive third basemen in baseball history… but he’s not in the Hall of Fame.   SHOW NOTES: Human Rain Delay ⚾ https://bit.ly/4rGkYnH  ‘93 First Base Comparison ⚾ https://bit.ly/3ZwI1Wk  ‘05 First Base Comparison ⚾ https://bit.ly/4rMqF3M ‘05 Michael Young Stats ⚾ https://bit.ly/4tsyptr    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/giulio-fazio/epic-choir-of-the-damned License code: VX3MTGFJTLQFRFKT

Things 1 and 2 behind the plate for the 2026 Texas Rangers are Kyle Higashioka, and man of the hour, Danny Jansen. In this episode, we gaze into our crystal baseball and glimpse Jansen’s past so we can predict his future – we think. We also compare the new tandem catchers with recently released Jonah Heim, shake in our boots about the Rangers’ long-term plan for the position, and Jansen’s historic trade from Toronto to Boston.   SHOW NOTES: Seager/Semien Dispute ⚾ https://bit.ly/4sSUEZ4    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

A 1-for-1 trade has brought Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers, and we want to know: If the Big Apple were in Texas, would it be called the Bigger Apple? In this episode, WE. BREAK. DOWN. EVERYTHING. From Nimmo’s experience days leading up to the trade to reading between the lines of Semien’s exiting quotes to unpacking Nimmo’s entire plate approach. Robbie is concerned about his defense. Tony is concerned about his defense. Christopher is concerned about his defense.   LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

Before hopping completely back in the saddle for 2026, we are humbled by our 2025 predictions for Jake Burger, Joc Pederson, and Kyle Higashioka. In this episode, we do what we could not last season and try to make reasonable predictions - this time, it’s trades. Robbie still yearns for Brent Rooker, Chris suggests a few 1-for-1s, and Tony thinks the Twins’ cupboard still has some non-perishable items for the taking.   SHOW NOTES: Corey “Cookie Monster” Seager 🍪https://bit.ly/4qFmZ32  CC & Amber Sabathia costumes 👶 https://bit.ly/4qJy1EH    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/stan-town/bust-a-move License code: XR4W1R4KV4BGGXOI

Even though Chris Young said he can’t spend a lot of Ray Davis’ money in 2026, we still think there’s a budget team to be built. In this episode, we count the nickels and dimes of player salaries for next season and play free agent musical chairs. How do Dustin May, Zac Gallen or Victor Caratini sound? Chris also debuts a new POWER RANKINGS segment.   SHOW NOTES: https://bit.ly/48nwfmh ⚾ CY year-end presser   LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines  License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/break  License code: DG7OR9NDFZGOT3KA

We’re back in our make-believe booth for the final edition of Amateur Broadcast Theater for the 2025 Rangers season. In this episode, you’ll hear the sounds and our calls of the final game from Sunday, September 28th, against the Cleveland Guardians, which includes a guest appearance from Christopher’s dad acting as a sort of on-field reporter as he attended the game in Cleveland. Lots of electric plays, a few home runs and a season that ended poetically at 81-81.   SHOW NOTES: Rookie Superheroes ⚾ https://bit.ly/47WDfoD    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/stan-town/bust-a-move  License code: XR4W1R4KV4BGGXOI https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/are-u-ready  License code: FFOGPBCSPLGTPAUL https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/ranger-funk-patrol  License code: HD00NVQUEIT3L6XL https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/bring-the-energy  License code: FZ7MBWD0HXC7VTZ5

Just who is Skip Schumacher? You’re about to find out. In this episode, we chronicle Skip’s time as a player, bench coach, and, of course, a skipper. We’ll never forget the heartbreaking 2011 WS, you know, the one where Skip’s team won. But we’re hoping his vision for better communication, stronger teambuilding, and establishing a new “winning clubhouse culture” throughout his next four seasons as the Rangers’ manager might help soothe the lasting burn.   SHOW NOTES: Ichiro Ballin’ at 51⚾ https://bit.ly/43aMTT6  Schumacher’s Press Conference ⚾ https://bit.ly/4qEc2j0    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

The Rangers’ 81-81 record may be the numbers that measured wins and losses, but we spread the data sheets and found our limelight-less favorites from the 2025 season. In this episode, we get nerdy by the numbers and put a bow on our perfectly average end result. Robbie celebrates Higashioka’s career year, Tony hands out his own team awards, and Christopher remembers Bobby Wilson.   SHOW NOTES Seager’s Welcome Firstborn ⚾http://bit.ly/4hwXaPl Smith’s Welcome Firstborn ⚾http://bit.ly/4hAykhM   LINKS Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/theme-from-a-lift License code: TW7V5RDS9UZD3GN4 https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

The Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job team is here again for another edition of Amateur Broadcast Theater. In this episode, we called the Sunday, July 27th matchup between the Texas Rangers and Atlanta Braves – a win that would secure our 2nd consecutive series sweep. This time Christopher gets a home run call. So, sit down, strap in, and let’s play ball.   LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/bring-the-energy License code: FZ7MBWD0HXC7VTZ5 https://uppbeat.io/t/vince-mcgill/buffalo-girls License code: R1KLSV2JNVSWGKG5  

The Rangers have miraculously un-slumped, and a playoff appearance is closer than it’s ever been. While the younglings realign our postseason hopes, the league eyes team realignment and expansion. In this episode, we build our own dream divisions that completely upend everything baseball traditionalists care about. Robbie says it’s all about geography, Tony says it’s all about the money, and Christopher is outside yelling at the clouds.   SHOW NOTES: Phillies Karen ⚾️ http://bit.ly/4nC6NhF    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/roger-gabalda/patriotic-theme License code: NIHPXGTRQBWVLOJY

Wallow with us in the doldrums as we ponder if Tony was right – will the Texas Rangers miss the postseason? Will we overcome the lack of clutchness? Just how tired is the bullpen? Can the Little Rascals make baseball history? Robbie takes us on the season-long journey of offensive mediocrity, Christopher is already non-tendering Heim and Bombi, and Tony thinks Skip should be the new skipper.   SHOW NOTES: Mazerowski’s Walk-Off ⚾️ http://bit.ly/46wKDGH   LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/local-elevator License code: MHNWZROHY4MH9KFR https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

Texas Rangers POBO, Chris Young, displayed his ninja-like negotiating skills again with only hours remaining in this year’s trade deadline, and we came away with three shiny new toys. In this episode, we showcase our three new arms – Danny Coulombe, Phil Maton, and Merrill Kelly. Also, we get way out of hand on the Adam Sandler and Will Ferrell references in this one.  SHOW NOTES: Bob Ross Topps Cards ⚾ http://bit.ly/4lmw6ml  Jerry “YODA” Jones ⚾ http://bit.ly/45o1D19  LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/  MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

Nine teams debuted their City Connect 2.0 jerseys this season (sorry Cubbies we forgot you) and our takes are as hot as these fresh threads. In this episode, we rank our favorite new City Connect jerseys from SF, HOU, WAS, COL, MIA, CHW, BOS, and AZ. Christopher brings his most obscure Remember This Ranger, Tony introduces a spicy new segment, and Robbie hypothesizes the Rangers’ 2.0 City Connects coming in 2026.   SHOW NOTES: Astros Can’t Spell ⚾ http://bit.ly/4odgK6j Meatball Hands ⚾ http://bit.ly/3UzWMF8 Elvis Around The Horn ⚾ http://bit.ly/4lU5aeT Giants Jerseys ⚾ http://bit.ly/3U1WMh1 White Sox Jerseys ⚾ http://bit.ly/45a5xur Red Sox Jerseys ⚾ http://bit.ly/4o8rJ0F  Diamondbacks Jerseys ⚾ https://bit.ly/3UB4T4b Rockies Jerseys ⚾ http://bit.ly/41m5ribU    LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/   MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/one-shot License code: NIRDDH9YOATCCEIC https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/forbidden-desire License code: P55LI1ER05MZYUCY https://uppbeat.io/t/giulio-fazio/the-funny-bunch License code: L1YBCV8Q5FSYDIPD https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/woody License code: DCK3EPDRZBDLJJ7M https://uppbeat.io/t/aaron-paul-low/lemon-merengue License code: KP4EFIJ2GU74T5YQ

The ceremonial second half of the baseball season has started, and some of us are a little more trigger-happy at the trade switch than others – Tony. In this episode, we shine a light on a couple Home Run Derby controversies, develop a system to implement the swing-off in regular season games, and argue whether the Rangers should buy or sell at the deadline.   SHOW NOTES: CY on Pillar Comments ⚾ http://bit.ly/3IIFW4g Pookie’s Real Value ⚾ http://bit.ly/4nX0hmt   LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/   MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

The Rangers’ season may have been built from too many stats on the backs of baseball cards, and we’re starting to feel the offensive frustrations nearing the All-Star break. In this episode, we expel heaps of hot air in an attempt to solve the mystery of the missing run production. However, as bad as the bats have been… the pitching. My god, the pitching. Tony also plays a little devil’s advocate with the coaching staff.   LINKS Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/   MUSIC  Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

We did what every baseball fan has dreamed of doing, most of us since childhood, and it will be the first of many times. In this episode, The Ranger Zone became your, sort-of, live broadcast team for the Sunday, June 1st rubber match against the St. Louis Cardinals. We set up shop in the studio, watched along and delivered poetic prose as we channeled our inner Eric Nadel. Tony even gets a home run call.   LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/   MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/vince-mcgill/buffalo-girls License code: R1KLSV2JNVSWGKG5 https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/bring-the-energy License code: FZ7MBWD0HXC7VTZ5

Just how silly is baseball? A long history of unwritten rules and superstitions would prove it silly. In this episode, we speak about the unspoken and break down some of baseball’s most unbreakable rules. We also unveil a new recap segment, build our own 5-tool player, and get a surprise appearance from a little birthday boy.----more---- LINKS Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ ----more---- MUSIC Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/bring-the-energy License code: FZ7MBWD0HXC7VTZ5

April has come and gone and we wish we did a little better, but .500 isn’t too terribly bad for the first month of play. In this episode, we go under the microscope and catch up on our catching duo, head scratch on our inability to hit with runners in scoring position, try to pull Tony off the Joc Pederson panic button. We also find out what each other would do if they won the lottery – not communism, Robbie.   SHOW NOTES Dorkfish ⚾ https://bit.ly/44Y8CPJ   LINKS Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/   MUSIC Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/theo-gerard/yom-kippur License code: 5QTWD7IAGUPIQUZW https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/achaidh-cheide License code: CEHYEM3NYJLSDQXH https://uppbeat.io/t/aaron-paul-low/the-rose-jaguar License code: VA2DZKPVZIEQKTGO

A new baseball season brings so many new things – most deliciously, new ballpark food. In this episode, we drool over our favorite Texas Rangers ballpark foods since 2015, including reviews from some of this year’s offerings. Also, we debate the ownership of defunct team histories and recap the opening series.   SHOW NOTES: https://bit.ly/4jNkqIN ⚾ Pookie’s Web Gem  https://bit.ly/4jUFI7z ⚾ New Rangers Food 2025 https://bit.ly/4lRNjFO ⚾ Other Ballparks’ Food     LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno   Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/   MUSIC: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

We might be a little behind on this one, but we couldn’t leave you hangin’ this week after we skipped our recording session on March 30th to watch the Rangers defeat Boston. In this episode, we finally release the Luka tapes! We also talk trading cards, specifically a Paul Skenes rookie card, and Tony surprised Robbie and Chris with some impromptu trivia. Show Notes: MLB The Show https://bit.ly/4ccIJNK Debut Patch Tracker https://bit.ly/43Dnqmi Journal Entry https://bit.ly/3E49F5I Listen: Spotify https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ Music: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/theme-from-a-lift License code: TW7V5RDS9UZD3GN4

IT’S THE MOOOST WONDERFUL TIIIIIME OF THE YEEEAAARRR! In this episode, we wrap up Spring Training by wallowing in the losses of Jon Gray and Cody Bradford; jubilate the Jimmy-Jackin’ power bats of Langford, Adolis and Pederson; and contemplate our many enigmas --looking at you Carter, Taveras, and Corbin. Also, we give our final lineup projections for Opening Day against Garrett Crochet and the Boston Red Sox.   Show Notes: 25% OFF Tickets ⚾ https://bit.ly/41NfIVw No Way Jose ⚾ https://bit.ly/4hKSELC Gallo Gundowns ⚾ https://bit.ly/424XDAS Wyatt’s 1st Spring HR ⚾ https://bit.ly/4hYLcgg   Links: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/   Tunes: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

Half way through Spring Training and we’re already hitting the panic button. In this episode, we look into the Rangers performance in Arizona on all sides of the ball, which includes a visit to Christopher’s Classroom where we learn about setting spring expectations. We also look ahead to some of the nifty stadium giveaways this season. Show Notes: Poop Scorebug: https://bit.ly/3XZpp0q Stadium Giveaways: https://bit.ly/3Rnw2G9 Links: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/  Music: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/aura-classica/spring-the-four-seasons-vivaldi License code: SYI7FS8EXLPMFSMI https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/theme-from-a-lift License code: TW7V5RDS9UZD3GN4

Spring is springin’ and the Rangers are in Surprise, AZ. Before any preseason ball took place, we made our predictions for how the team will fare, who’s got the most to prove, why we all think the Lastros are missing the playoffs and more. We also remember, and hear, some of the greatest sports moments in history.   Show Notes: PECOTA Projections - https://bit.ly/4i4Igzs Andrus HoF/Beltre Statue - https://bit.ly/3XveeMR Devers Interview - https://bit.ly/41tW2EI   Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

Who thought watching our World Series champs would be so cumbersome for cord-cutters? NOT ANYMORE! This episode, we break down the deal with Victory+ as well as the old deal with Bally Sports. Also, Tony reminds us that Sammy Sosa was one who got away from the Rangers, and we’re all upset that Ichiro wasn’t a unanimous Hall of Famer.   Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    Show Notes: Victory+ Announcement: https://bit.ly/41FnIrD Original FSSW Contract: https://bit.ly/3QyjFGV 2025 MLB HoF Ballot: https://bit.ly/4kcp6sG   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/tickling-the-ivories License code: FGE8CVQRCHTYCBYA https://uppbeat.io/t/arend/caravan License code: B9PUW7MD7AKFT6CP

The Rangers are bringing the bats this season, but what about the arms? In this episode, we get acquainted with the new and existing relief pitchers who will try to carry over one of the only bright spots from 2024. Also, Robbie brings tales from Fan Fest, we lament about Rōki Sasaki, and we put you through a painful discussion about what animal we’d be.   Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/aura-classica/spring-the-four-seasons-vivaldi License code: SYI7FS8EXLPMFSMI https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

Joc Pederson brings more than a boisterous personality to the Rangers. In this episode, we walk and talk the Joc – detailing his 10-year career as a mighty bat and infectious on-field fun factory. Did we mention he beat the DisAstros in a World Series? Robbie tries stumping Tony and Chris with trivia about -j names, hall of fame, and back-to-back World Series "rangs."   Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/theme-from-a-lift License code: TW7V5RDS9UZD3GN4 https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ

It’s almost been a year since the Nike/Fanatics fiasco and we’re checking to see if it’s still fiasco-ing. In this episode, we get drippy about uniforms from City Connects to Rangers classics. Also, Robbie gets romantic about the Peagle.   Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/theme-from-a-lift License code: TW7V5RDS9UZD3GN4 https://uppbeat.io/t/monument-music/we-made-it License code: KWCVRTOUEO0S0YXI

Jake Burger is here! And you can hear us double down, and then triple down, on how he’s only going to DH this season (whoops… the Lowe trade dropped minutes after recording this one). In this episode, we dissect every offensive and defensive ingredient that makes up Mr. Burger. We also try to remember Mark Hamburger and describe our perfect cheeseburgers.   Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/richard-bodgers/the-headlines License code: 4U6UOJEFYSDZHLEZ  

Kyle Higashioka is a Texas Ranger and the first of many player-profile episodes. We look at his offensive and defensive production, forecast his backup catcher role, and discuss his timeshare with Jonah Heim. We also debate NIL revenue complications, build a starting rotation, and foolishly yearn for Rōki Sasaki who informed the Rangers on Jan. 13 the he is seeking another team. *sigh*   Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi  Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW  YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv  Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno  Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod  Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food  License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH

We couldn't let the holiday pass without getting into the jingle-jangle spirit. This episode, we find out which Rangers have holiday birthdays, exchange Christmas meal traditions, and recollect sports-related gifts from holidays past. Also, each of us sends a Rangers Christmas wish to dear Ol' St. Nick. See y'all in the new year.

With Houdini back at home, we set our sights on Rōki Sasaki. In this episode, we get granular about the Japanese pitching phenom and how likely the Rangers are to land him (spoiler - it's likely). Also, learn about the bureaucratic gymnastics required for the International Free Agent Bonus Pool. Hint: it's not something you swim in.   *recoding notice* Since this recording, Rōki Sasaki was posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines on Monday, December 9th. MLB teams have until Jan. 23 to sign him.   Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod   Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/  YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod    Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food   License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/aura-classica/spring-the-four-seasons-vivaldi  License code: SYI7FS8EXLPMFSMI

Starting pitchers be-ith no match against The Zone this week as we compare Nathan Eovaldi to other top-tier free-agent arms and decide what the Rangers' rotation should look like in 2025. Since we recorded this around Thanksgiving, you'll also find out who doesn't like green bean casserole or deviled eggs.   Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod   Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/  YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod    Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food   License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH

We give flowers to the runners-up in the MVP race and play some trivia before jumping into the Rangers' free-agency spending situation. We also predict our offensive bounce-back candidates and attempt to push enough pennies around to secure a DH. Oh, and Chris does some wild baseball nerd flexing in this one.   Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod   Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/  YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod    Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food   License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH https://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/theme-from-a-lift  License code: TW7V5RDS9UZD3GN4 https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/local-elevator  License code: MHNWZROHY4MH9KFR  

In our pilot episode, we introduce ourselves to the airways in a collection of memories and moments from our personal Rangers histories like GM sightings about town, Chuck Morgan impressions, and sharing the field with legend Michael Young.   Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod   Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/  YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod    Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food   License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH