Join Swing Badder for a deep dive into the Texas Rangers' early 2025 season with guest Aiden Lemieux, a writer for BadderSports.com. We explore their surprising record, standout pitching performances, and where the Rangers stand in a tightly contested AL West. From Garcia's shift in approach to under-the-radar players like Josh Smith, this episode covers:

• Shocking run differential trends

• Pitching dominance from Tyler Mahle and others

• Offensive slumps (Seager, Semien, etc.) and what's ahead

• A.L. West landscape: Are the Mariners a real threat?

• Which teams might take the Wild Card spots?

• Garcia's evolution: less power, more contact

Check out Aiden's weekly Rangers recaps on BadderSports.com and stay tuned for more updates as the season unfolds.

00:00 Intro and Special Guest

00:37 Texas Rangers' Surprising Performance

02:19 Pitching Highlights and Standout Players

04:58 Challenges and Competitors in the AL West

10:15 Weekly Recaps and Player Spotlights

17:40 Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook

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