The Texas Rangers are one of the most beloved baseball teams in the United States, but they have also been one of the unluckiest. The Rangers have never won a World Series. The Rangers franchise began in 1961 as the Washington Senators. The Senators were a perennial also-ran, and they moved to Texas in 1972 in search of a fresh start.
In 1996, the Rangers made their first playoff appearance in franchise history. They lost to the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series, but it was a sign of good things to come. The Rangers returned to the playoffs in 1998 and 1999, but they lost to the Yankees in both of those years as well.
The Texas Rangers’ path to the 2023 MLB World Series was anything but easy. The Rangers finished the regular season with a record of 90-72, which was good enough for the second-best record in the West Division of the American League.
The Rangers’ Two World Series Appearances
The Rangers’ two World Series appearances in 2010 and 2011 were both memorable, but they were also both heartbreaking. In 2010, the San Francisco Giants were leading the Texas Rangers 2-1 in the series. The Rangers barely managed to win a game, and the series ended in favor of the Giants 4-1.
Bruce Bochy of the Rangers
The Rangers came back even stronger in 2011 to reach the World Series again. This time, they faced the St. Louis Cardinals. The Rangers were leading the series 3-2. However, the Cardinals tied the series in the 6th game, and they then won in 7th game by 6-2.
The Rangers’ first two World Series appearances were both devastating, but they also showed that the team is capable of great things. The Rangers have a bright future, and they are one of the teams that could win the World Series in the next few years.
The Texas Rangers are the favorites to win the 2023 World Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, but it will not be an easy victory. The Diamondbacks are a well-rounded team with a strong offense, pitching staff, and defense.
How can the Rangers win the 2023 World Series?
If the Rangers can get consistent offensive production, good pitching performance, and efficient defensive play, they will have a good chance of defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 2023 World Series. However, they will need to avoid getting into long scoreless droughts.
What was the most impressive victory of the Texas Rangers’ 2023 postseason run?
The Rangers’ most impressive victory of the 2023 postseason run was their 11-4 victory over the Houston Astros in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series. The Rangers were underdogs in the series, and they had to come back from a 3-2 deficit to win. The Rangers’ victory in Game 7 was a testament to their resilience and determination.
