The Rangers have been active in free agency, adding Pederson, catcher Kyle Higashioka, former Marlins slugger Jake Burger and re-signing Nathan Eovaldi. They also traded first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to the Nationals. Texas went 78-84 last season.

"It's time for us to take over the West," New Texas Rangers slugger Joc Pederson said, referring to the Houston Astros eight-year reign atop the AL West.

The Texas Rangers recently made a key move to strengthen their roster for 2025. Following the trade of first baseman Nathaniel Lowe, Texas signed outfielder Joc Pederson to a two-year, $37 million contract.