Jacob deGrom wants to stay with Rangers ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Jacob deGrom has expressed to the Texas Rangers his desire to remain with the team, according to reports. The two-time Cy Young Award winner holds a full no-trade clause, which means he can block any potential trade. The Rangers are currently struggling with a record of 55-57 and have lost five consecutive games, prompting speculation about their plans as the trade deadline approaches. DeGrom's recent performance shows him with a 3.96 ERA and 135 strikeouts this season, but he has faced challenges in his last few outings. His commitment to staying could impact the Rangers' decision-making as they assess whether to bolster the roster or prioritize the future.
- •DeGrom informed the Rangers he wants to stay in Texas.
- •Texas has a current record of 55-57.
- •The Rangers have lost five straight games.
- •DeGrom has a 3.96 ERA and 135 strikeouts this season.
- •His full no-trade clause gives him significant trade control.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Jacob deGrom makes trade wishes clear to Rangers as deadline speculation builds
"Jacob deGrom reportedly has informed the Rangers that he wants to remain in Texas, potentially removing one of the deadline’s biggest names from the trade market.
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