Rangers shift trade deadline approach as all players become available
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:26 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Texas Rangers have decided to entertain trade inquiries for all players on their roster, a significant change in strategy approaching the MLB trade deadline. With a record of 55-57 and following a series sweep by the Houston Astros, the team is now considering selling rather than buying. Veteran pitcher Nathan Eovaldi is of particular interest, along with other players like Jacob deGrom and MacKenzie Gore. This shift leaves open the possibility for potentially blockbuster trades before the deadline.
- •Rangers have a 55-57 record and are 1.5 games out of AL Wild Card race.
- •Nathan Eovaldi is among players drawing trade interest.
- •Team could also consider trading Jacob deGrom and MacKenzie Gore.
- •Major shift in strategy comes amid a five-game losing streak.
- •Trade deadline is approaching, with potential for multiple deals.
- 3:26 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers make major shift in trade deadline plans amid 'off-limits' update
"This is a huge change for the Rangers that opens the door to a lot of trades.
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