There was a time when Jo Adell was considered a potential trade candidate to create a change of scenery after his initial scuffles in his first few years in the Majors with the Angels.

The Texas Rangers might be in their last season with manager Bruce Bochy at the helm, and one MLB insider wants them to make the most of it.

Star break with a sudden surge in the standings—and they’re not done yet. With the trade deadline looming, the front office and clubhouse are aligned on one thing: they’re all in.

According to two industry evaluators, the Rangers have reached out to Tampa Bay to discuss closer Pete Fairbanks. The Rangers drafted Fairbanks in 2015 and he made his major league debut with the club in 2019 before being traded to Tampa shortly thereafter for infielder Nick Solak.

The July 31 trade deadline is rapidly approaching, and the direction of the Texas Rangers is one of the most fascinating storylines. At 56-51, their identity as firm buyers or sellers is unclear, and where the team wants to head is a complicated decision.

Rangers have emerged as favourites to sign English winger Mikey Moore, 17, on loan from Tottenham Hotspur. (Matt Law - Telegraph) Former Ibrox striker Kris Boyd suggests Rangers would need to show patience with Moore.

Angels first baseman Nolan Schanuel blasted a ball over the right field wall, but García leaped over the fence for a stunning catch.

When asked if Rangers fans should be optimistic about the season ahead, the former Everton coach added: "Absolutely, absolutely. There's a plan, there's a strategy inside the football club at the moment that's aligned, and that's important when new investors come in.