Texas Rangers 2026 Season Preview: Can They Contend Again? | From The Press Box (Segment)

In this special segment from From The Press Box on the Write Team Podcast, we take a deep dive into the 2026 Texas Rangers heading into Opening Day.

After an up-and-down season, the big question remains: can the Rangers return to contender status?

We break down:

• The strength (and risk) of the pitching staff led by Nathan Eovaldi and Jacob deGrom
• Why Wyatt Langford could be the key to an MVP-caliber offense
• The biggest concerns surrounding Evan Carter’s development and health
• Can Josh Jung bounce back to All-Star form?
• A bullpen filled with question marks — who closes games?
• What to expect from new manager Skip Schumaker

Plus, realistic expectations for the season and whether Texas can challenge in a loaded AL West.

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