Jason Botts News

It's a testament to the type of season the Rangers had to take a look at the community projections for this year... a list that included Botts, Jennings, and human medical curiosities Brandon McCarthy and Hank ...

Hank Blalock was particularly irate. Think they know Young's 200-hit streak is in jeopardy? * You saw that Taylor Teagarden was the Rangers designated hitter on Thursday night and was batting ninth.

From a notes column from Jim Molony , who is one of the mlb.com writers: Scouts say the problem with the Texas pitching staff stems from the fact that they are rushed to the big leagues, even though they don't ...

My new favorite local entertainment source, the Rangers, continues to provide a nightly maddening contrast of delight/disgust. As a certified psycho, it's become mandatory in my life to be watching this team, ...

The recent phenomenon of Marlon Byrd hitting in the #5 spot in the lineup has caused a fair amount of discussion, and I decided to take a closer look at it.

A week ago, the Rangers and Hank Blalock handled a most delicate situation in the most dignified way possible.

A week ago, the Rangers and Hank Blalock handled a most delicate situation in the most dignified way possible.

The RedHawks went 4-3 for the week and maintained their place atop the Pacific Coast League's Eastern Division standings.

Never heard of such a thing. Two pitchers on the same team, with a combined yearly salary of $21 million, take "personal days" in the same week, and both missed starts that left the rotation and the bullpen in ...

Outfielder Jason Botts has reportedly been shipped to Japan's Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters.

So, the big news is that beasticon Chris Davis is making the jump to Oklahoma, where presumably he'll be playing first base everyday.

Memphis 6, RedHawks 4 - Story line: Joe Mather hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the 12th inning to give Memphis a series-opening win Thursday night at Auto Zone Park.

By ANTHONY ANDRO ARLINGTON -- The Texas Rangers may have solved their problems at first base with someone who has never played the position in his baseball career.Hank Blalock, a former All-Star at third base, ...

MLN Newswire - www.mlntherawfeed.com HIGHLIGHTS: The Oklahoma RedHawks beat the Fresno Grizzlies 9-6 Tuesday evening at AT&T Bricktown Ballpark to split the four-game series. via Minor League News

Brian Barden led the 'Birds with three hits, including a single in the final frame. via WREC-AM Memphis

“Arias got some big hits for us and then Bottsy came up with that smoke double late in the game”

Oklahoma is starting to click at the plate again. That much was clear in the RedHawks' 9-6 win over Fresno Tuesday night at AT&T Bricktown Ballpark. via The Oklahoman

Oklahoma RedHawks Lose 13-5 to Fresno Grizzlies - AAA, Pacific Coast League MLN - THE RAW FEED - www.mlntherawfeed.com Oklahoma City - The Oklahoma RedHawks dropped a 13-5 final to the Fresno Grizzlies on ... via Minor League News

“It's crowded, but hopefully we'll be able to clear that up soon”

Jason Botts is on his way to Triple-A Oklahoma. He'll join a crowded field of sluggers down there trying to earn playing time and the Rangers' attention. via Major League Baseball

“I think I've been here for a pretty long time, and I deserve a fresh start somewhere else”

Jason Botts did not get his wish. He remains a member of the Texas Rangers organization. via The Dallas Morning News

The Rangers' troublesome first base situation has caused you to write emails to me, post comments on the blog and maybe even file petitions with your congressional rep. via The Dallas Morning News