Rangers consider trading Jake Burger despite plans to buy at deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:46 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Texas Rangers, currently holding a 37-40 record and close to Wild Card contention, might trade Jake Burger despite their plan to bolster the roster before the trade deadline. Jim Bowden of The Athletic suggests that the Rangers could utilize Burger’s power-hitting abilities in a deal to address other roster needs. Despite Burger's 101 career homers, his low on-base percentage could push the club to seek a more balanced offensive player. With Miami's declining offensive stats, the emphasis remains on improving offensive production while assessing potential trade options.
- •Rangers own a 37-40 record, 1 game back of AL Wild Card.
- •Jake Burger has 101 career home runs but struggles with on-base percentage.
- •Rangers rank 19th in batting average and 22nd in OPS.
- •Burger is under club control through the 2028 season, enhancing trade value.
- •Rangers weigh potential trades to upgrade offensive capabilities.
- 4:46 PMYahoo Sports — Why Rangers could trade career 101-homer slugger despite deadline plan to buy
"This power-hitting slugger could provide help elsewhere for the Rangers.
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