Vicente Padilla

Young's honor embodies Texas' spirit

Nov 26, 2008

Miller Award recognizes just small part of Rangers' charitable efforts Michael Young assists in bringing local at-risk youths to Rangers games through the MLB Players Association's Buses for Baseball program (Brad Newton/Texas...

Braves exploding trade options to solve pitching woes

While it has never been revealed that the Atlanta Braves have made an offer to A.J. Burnett or Derek Lowe, it's believed that they are at least happy with the early negotiations they've had with Burnett. In addition, they are...

Mailbag: Pitching remains top priority

Nov 24, 2008

Beat reporter T.R. Sullivan answers Rangers fans' questions The Rangers could potentially trade right-handed starter Kevin Millwood this offseason. (AP) Do you foresee any trade involving either Kevin Millwood or Vicente...

Awards abound in Arlington

Nov 21, 2008

Padilla, Washington, Murphy handed honors for '08 efforts ARLINGTON -- Rangers pitcher Vicente Padilla has been named the club's 2008 Pitcher of the Year in voting by the local chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of...

Hot Stove Preview: Scouting the AL West

Nov 19, 2008

will break down each of the majors' six divisions and analyze what's on tap this offseason. They may need one more quality arm (though not a comparable one) in the bullpen to offset the likely loss of K-Rod to free agency,...

Ryan: Rangers will not be major players in free agency

There are many rumors surrounding the Texas Rangers and who they'll pursue in the free agent market. Ben Sheets, Brad Penny, Trevor Hoffman and Kerry Wood are among the names being tossed about according to MLB.com. The real...

Maddux arrives armed with a plan

Nov 14, 2008

Rangers counting on new pitching coach to revitalize staff As the Rangers' week-long conditioning camp wound down, Nolan Ryan reiterated the "overall plan of committing to our young players." Depending on which rumor you...

On the market, Bradley return uncertain

Nov 14, 2008

Rangers show interest, but now other teams are free to make offers A big question is whether Milton Bradley is healthy enough for regular outfield duty. The free-agent exclusivity period has passed without the Rangers entering...

Hot Stove Preview: AL West

The Los Angeles Angels may have to prepare for life without Francisco Rodriguez The Rangers are taking a misguided approach to building a rotation Seattle Mariners are headed for another long, losing season By Marc Normandin,...

Ryan's example influencing Rangers pitchers

Nolan Ryan is already influencing the Texas Rangers pitching staff. "We're going to take the approach that whoever comes out ahead, whoever makes it through, is going to make the team," strength and conditioning coach Jose...