Rangers insiders discuss trade deadline activity and AL West prospects
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:11 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
On August 6, 2026, Rangers insiders Evan Grant and Shawn McFarland analyzed the team's activity at the trade deadline during a podcast episode. They highlighted the trade of Josh Smith for Adam Macko and discussed the lack of significant moves made by the Rangers. The conversation centered on whether the current roster is strong enough to compete for the AL West title, reflecting various perspectives on the team's direction and potential. Additionally, they addressed the implications of their trade decisions in the context of the ongoing season.
- •Evan Grant and Shawn McFarland host a podcast on the Rangers' deadline moves.
- •The Rangers traded Josh Smith for Adam Macko.
- •Discussion includes the team's competitiveness in the AL West.
- •Insiders analyze the implications of limited trade activity.
- 10:11 PMYahoo Sports — Podcast: Can the Rangers win the AL West as currently constructed?
"Insiders Evan Grant and Shawn McFarland break down the Rangers' trade deadline activity.
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