Jacob deGrom critical for Texas Rangers' improvement
The Texas Rangers finished the 2024 season with a record of 78-84, placing third in the AL West. Key players leaving include Max Scherzer and Nathaniel Lowe, while new additions include Joc Pederson and Tucker Barnhart. The Rangers aim to improve after a disappointing season, marked by injuries to pitchers like Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi. Corey Seager's performance is crucial, as he saw a significant drop in batting average last year. Top prospect Kumar Rocker may join the starting rotation, while Evan Carter looks to recover from injury. Manager Bruce Bochy blends traditional and modern strategies as the team seeks to compete for the division title.