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Texas Rangers Team History

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Established
1961

City
Washington D.C. – Dallas

League History
2000 – Present / Major League Baseball
1961 – 1999 / American League

Team History
1972 – Present / Texas Rangers
1961 – 1971 / Washington Senators

Nickname
Rangers – The Texas Rangers are a Major League Baseball team based in Arlington, Texas. The team was founded in 1961 and has since become one of the most successful teams in baseball history. But what is the origin behind their unique nickname?

It turns out that the name “Rangers” pays homage to an elite law enforcement unit established by Stephen F. Austin, known as the Old Three Hundred (or simply “the Rangers”). This group of brave men served on horseback to protect settlers from Native American attacks during early settlement days. Over time, this courageous group became legendary throughout Texas for their bravery and heroism - so much so that when it came time to decide on a nickname for a new professional baseball team representing the Dallas-Fort Worth area, there was no better choice than "Rangers."

The logo design also reflects this proud legacy by depicting two crossed pistols framed by an old-style cowboy hat – all symbols associated with these heroic lawmen who defended settlers against danger more than 150 years ago! It's little wonder many fans have adopted "Texas Ranger" as part of their identity over time; after all, who wouldn't want to associate themselves with such courage and strength?

Today's Rangers continue carrying forth this proud tradition through hard work and dedication on and off the field - something we can all be thankful for!

Championship
World Series 1
2023

Stadium
2020 - Present / Globe Life Field
2014 - 2019 / Globe Life Park
2007 - 2013 / Rangers Ballpark
2005 - 2006 / Ameriquest Field
1994–2004 / The Ballpark
1972 – 1993 / Arlington Stadium

*Washington D.C.*
1962 – 1971 / RFK Stadium
1961 / Griffith Stadium

Owner
2010 – Present / Rangers Baseball Express
1998 – 2010 / Tom Hicks
1989 – 1998 / Richard Rainwater and George W. Bush
1980 – 1989 / Eddie Chiles
1974 – 1980 / Brad Corbett
1968 – 1974 / Bob Short
1967 – 1968 / James Lemon
1963 – 1967 / James Johnson & James Lemon
1961 – 1963 / Elwood Richard Quesada

  • 1971
  • 1989
  • 1994
  • 2023
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    Move to Texas

    Short decided to make the move to Arlington. On September 21, 1971, by a vote of 10 to 2 (the Orioles’ Jerold Hoffberger and John Allyn of the Chicago White Sox registered the dissenting votes), American League owners granted approval to move the franchise to Arlington, Texas for the 1972 season. Senators fans were livid. Enmity came to a head ...
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    George W. Bush New Owner

    In April 1989, Rangers owner and oil tycoon Eddie Chiles sold the team to an investment group headed by George W. Bush, son of the President of the United States, George H. W. Bush. After hearing that Chiles planned to sell the team, Bush headed a group of investors that bought the team for $89 million. While his own equity ...
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  • Globe Life Park in Arlington

    Globe Life Park in Arlington

    During his tenure, the Rangers and the City of Arlington decided to replace the aging Arlington Stadium with a new publicly funded stadium, at a cost of $193 million, financed by Arlington residents, through a sales tax increase. The ground was broken on October 30, 1991, on what would become The Ballpark in Arlington (now named Rangers Ballpark in Arlington). ...
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  • Texas Rangers 2023 World Series Champs

    The Unstoppable Texas Rangers: Winning the 2023 World Series

    The Texas Rangers have done it! After a thrilling seven-game series, the Rangers are World Series Champions for 2023. It was an incredible journey, as the team overcame numerous obstacles. But in the end, they were able to pull off a miraculous victory over their opponents, the Arizona Diamondbacks. It all started with Game 1 of this year’s World Series ...
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History of the Rangers

The Texas Rangers, formerly known as the Washington Senators, are one of the most storied franchises in Major League Baseball. The team was founded in 1961 as part of the newly created American League expansion and has since become one of the most successful teams in baseball. Over their nearly 60-year history, they have won two American League pennants and made seven trips to the playoffs, including a World Series appearance in 2011.

The Rangers have had some legendary players throughout their history, from Hall-of-Famers Nolan Ryan and Ivan Rodriguez to current stars like Elvis Andrus and Joey Gallo. They’ve also had some iconic moments during their time, such as Alex Rodriguez’s walk-off home run against the Oakland Athletics back in 1999 or Josh Hamilton's four-homer game against the Baltimore Orioles back in 2012. These moments will live forever amongst sports fans across Texas for years.

Overall, the Texas Rangers, formerly known as the Washington Senators, are an integral part of MLB history and continue to build upon their legacy every season they take the field. With a talented core group that includes sluggers like Gallo and Andrus along with ace pitcher Lance Lynn, there is plenty to be excited about if you're a Rangers fan heading into the 2020 season!




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Retired Number
7 / Ivan Rodríguez
10 / Michael Young
26 / Johnny Oates
29 / Adrian Beltre
34 / Nolan Ryan
42 / Jackie Robinson

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