Rangers announce minor league award winners for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:13 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Texas Rangers recognized their top minor league players for the 2026 season, naming Rafe Perich as the Tom Grieve Minor League Player of the Year. Dalton Pence received the Nolan Ryan Pitcher of the Year award, while Louis Marinaro was honored as the Reliever of the Year. The Defender of the Year award went to Yolfran Castillo, and Evan Siary earned the True Ranger Award. The players will be honored before Saturday’s game against Toronto.
- •Rafe Perich had a standout season, hitting.315 with 27 home runs.
- •Dalton Pence recorded a 2.44 ERA over 114.1 innings pitched.
- •Louis Marinaro achieved a 3.08 ERA at low-A Hickory.
- •Yolfran Castillo known for strong defensive skills as a shortstop.
- •Evan Siary made 22 starts with a 3.30 ERA this season.
- 9:13 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Rangers minor league award winners announced
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