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Texas Rangers miss playoffs after loss to Twins, elimination confirmed

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 11:04 PM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Texas Rangers miss playoffs after loss to Twins, elimination confirmed

Summary

The Texas Rangers were eliminated from playoff contention following a 6-4 loss to the Minnesota Twins on September 27, 2026. Needing a win and a loss by the Houston Astros, the Rangers fell short as Houston clinched the American League West title with an 81-81 record. This marks the third consecutive season without a postseason appearance for the Rangers since their World Series title. Manager Skip Schumaker cited a combination of injuries, underperformance, and poor road record as key factors in missing the playoffs again. With their final games now complete, the team must evaluate its roster and performance moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Rangers lose to Twins, 6-4, on September 27, 2026.
•Houston Astros clinch AL West title with an 81-81 record.
•Rangers have missed the playoffs for three consecutive seasons.
•Manager Skip Schumaker highlighted injuries and performance issues as contributors.
•Rangers entered final week with a one-game lead in the division.

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11:04 PMYahoo Sports — Another Texas Rangers season ends with no playoffs

What they're saying

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The Texas Rangers needed to win Sunday and needed the Astros to lose. Neither happened, and the Rangers missed the playoffs for a third straight season since winning the World...
— Yahoo Sports

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