ARLINGTON, Texas — As the hangover period from the conclusion of the World Series comes to a close, one of the most intense offseasons in Texas Rangers history is set to begin with the Hot Stove set to heat up. The time for teams to put their recipe together for a 2025 World Series run is already underway. For the Rangers, they’re looking to bounce back from a disappointing season.
The 2023 Rangers enjoyed the spoils of a World Championship victory, while the 2024 club was unable to go back for seconds. With another year of experience under their belt, along with changes to the front office leadership and coaching staff, Texas has a few things that must be accomplished this winter if they want to return to October baseball. Priority No.
1: Re-sign Nathan Eovaldi Nathan Eovaldi declining his $20 million player option gives the veteran the opportunity to explore the free agency market. For the Rangers, letting their World Series-clinching starter exit would be a big blow. It should be noted that Eovaldi made an average of $17 million per year over the two seasons in Texas.
Sporting an impressive resume over those brief but productive years, Eovaldi, going into his age-35 season, likely sees an opportunity not just for more money, but also a solidified multi-year contract rather than accepting just one more year with the Rangers. RHP Nathan Eovaldi declined his player option with the Rangers this morning. He'll become a free agent.
Chris Young said the club still has a lot o.