Texas Rangers

Texas Rangers left fielder Josh Hamilton hasn't been able to work his way into a consistent rhythm during the 2015 season because of a string of injuries, and left knee inflammation will hinder him this time around, as it landed him on the 15-day disabled list on Aug. 20.

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Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish threw for the first time since his Tommy John surgery, per Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

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Texas Rangers star pitcher Cole Hamels won't be making a scheduled start on Thursday against the Minnesota Twins because of a groin injury.

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Evidently, the Texas Rangers feel the key to getting back to the postseason for the first time since 2012 is to reunite with as many members of that team as possible.

And given the names they're reuniting with, that's actually not a bad idea.

Texas Rangers pitcher Yovani Gallardo extended his scoreless run to 29.1 innings during Thursday's 2-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles, giving him the Rangers' longest such streak since Kenny Rogers tossed 31 consecutive scoreless innings in 2005, according to the Elias Sports Bureau (via ESPN S

Player: Michael Matuella

Position: RHP

DOB: 6/3/1994 (Age: 21)

Height/Weight: 6'7", 220 lbs

Bats/Throws: R/R

School: Duke

Previously Drafted: N/A (not drafted out of high school)

Background

Texas Rangers pitcher Chi Chi Gonzalez tossed a shutout in Friday's 4-0 win over the Kansas City Royals and set a franchise record by starting his career with 14.2 consecutive scoreless innings, per Elias Sports Bureau (via ESPN Stats & Info).

Before Tuesday, the Texas Rangers knew they had an elite power-hitting prospect in 21-year-old third baseman Joey Gallo. What they didn't know is how he looked in real, live major-league action.

Well, now they do. And they have every reason to be excited.

Very, very, very excited.

In a time when power hitting is more of a scarce resource than ever, teams are starting to value it more than ever. As home run totals dwindle, the players who can hit for power stand out that much more.

How would you celebrate your 100th birthday?

Texas Rangers fan Jose chose to spend his at Globe Life Park with family and friends.

Unfortunately, the Rangers lost 5-1 to the Boston Red Sox, but it didn't look like the loss would get Jose down.