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Could see save opportunities Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said Wednesday that Robert Garcia and Martin are the favorites to see save chances for the team this season, Jeff Wilson of AllDLLS.com reports.

Impact After mulling retirement, Martin re-signed with the Rangers in December on a one-year, $4 million contract. He'll turn 40 in June but has remained highly effective, having logged a 2.98 ERA and 43:8 K:BB over 42.1 frames in 2025 while notching two saves. Martin finished last season on the injured list with an undisclosed injury but enters spring training without limitations.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Texas Rangers and reliever Chris Martin finalize $4 million, 1-year contract

Chris Martin and the Texas Rangers completed a $4 million, one-year contract that puts the reliever back in the bullpen with his hometown team

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Back with Rangers Martin (undisclosed) signed a one-year contract with the Rangers on Tuesday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Martin was a key part of the Rangers' bullpen this past season, as he finished the year with a 2.98 ERA and 1.20 WHIP over 42.1 innings while adding two saves and 13 holds. Now committed to another year in Arlington, the 39-year-old righty will likely continue to work in a setup role ahead of closer Robert Garcia.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Guardians and Rangers play, winner secures 3-game series

Both the Cleveland Guardians and the Texas Rangers are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Rangers play the Guardians leading series 1-0

The Texas Rangers lead 1-0 in a three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Placed on IL The Rangers placed Martin (undisclosed) on the 15-day injured list Friday.

Impact It's unclear if Martin's move to the IL is related to the right hand injury he suffered Sept. 14, but the Rangers should provide some clarity in the near future. Either way, he'll remain sidelined for the rest of 2025 and finish the season with a 2.98 ERA and 1.20 WHIP across 42.1 innings. With Cole Winn (undisclosed) also moving to the IL, Texas will promote Jose Corniell and Luis Curvelo from Triple-A to fill the open roster spots.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Byron Buxton homers twice including a 2nd-straight leadoff shot to lead Twins over Rangers 4-0

Byron Buxton hit two home runs including a second-straight leadoff homer, Bailey Ober threw six innings with five strikeouts and two hits, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Texas Ra...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Moves past hand issue Martin (hand) hit a batter but allowed no other baserunners during an inning of relief in Tuesday's 6-5 loss to the Astros.

Impact Martin experiencing some tingling in his right hand during his previous relief appearance in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Mets, but a couple days off was all he needed for the issue to be resolved. The veteran righty made quick work of the Astros in the ninth inning Tuesday, needing just seven pitches to record three outs.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Removed with hand issue Martin was removed in the eighth inning from Saturday's game with an issue in his right hand, MLB.com reports. He allowed a hit and a walk while striking out one over 1.1 innings b...

Impact Martin felt a tingling sensation in his right hand and was seen shaking it as he departed the field. Texas manager Bruce Bochy said following the game that the issue not considered serious.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Martin felt a tingling sensation in his right hand and was seen shaking it as he departed the field. Texas manager Bruce Bochy said following the game that the issue not considered serious.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Helman's grand slam and Latz's scoreless outing push playoff-chasing Rangers past Brewers

Michael Helman drove in all the Texas runs with a grand slam and a double, lefty Jacob Latz pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings and the playoff-chasing Rangers beat the MLB-best Milwau...

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Saddled with third blown save Martin was charged with a blown save Friday against Houston, allowing two runs on three hits and no walks in the eighth inning. He struck out one.

Impact Martin took his third blown save of the season, and he served up his first homer since June 24 in Baltimore. The veteran right-hander should remain a setup man for the Rangers in the final weeks of the season, though he hasn't fared particularly well on the mound as of late. Over his last 12.1 innings, Martin has a 5.11 ERA and 1.78 WHIP covering 15 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saddled with third blown save Martin was charged with a blown save Friday against Houston, allowing two runs on three hits and no walks in the eighth inning. He struck out one.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Osuna's 2-run single in 10th inning pushes Rangers past Diamondbacks 7-5 for 6th straight win

Alejandro Osuna hit a two-run single in the 10th inning, Jake Burger had a crucial RBI triple in his return from the injured list and the Texas Rangers rallied past the Arizona Dia...

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Picks up second win Martin (2-6) allowed a hit and struck out one in one inning to earn the win over the Diamondbacks on Monday.

Impact Martin was back on a major-league mound for the first time since July 20 after missing six weeks due to a calf strain. He kept this game tied in the ninth inning -- that's typically usage a closer would see, but Shawn Armstrong got the save in the 10th inning and appears to be the head of a closing committee currently. Martin should still factor into the late-inning mix, but he's been a setup man for much of the year, earning two saves, 12 holds and two blown saves over 40 appearances. He also has a 2.29 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 37:6 K:BB across 35.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Burger, Martin come off IL for Rangers as roster expands PHOENIX -- As the calendar flips to September, the Rangers got some good news on the injury front: Corner infielder Jake Burger (left wrist...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • MLB.COM

Reinstated from injured list The Rangers activated Martin (calf) from the 15-day injured list Monday.

Impact Martin has missed most of the second half with a left calf strain but has been cleared to return after just one scoreless rehab outing. The 39-year-old will re-enter the late-inning mix for the Rangers, potentially even seeing some save chances.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reinstated from injured list The Rangers activated Martin (calf) from the 15-day injured list Monday.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rangers bring road win streak into game against the Diamondbacks

The Texas Rangers visit the Arizona Diamondbacks looking to extend a three-game road winning streak

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Rangers bring win streak into matchup with the Athletics

The Texas Rangers are looking to keep a four-game win streak intact when they play the Athletics

AUGUST 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Rangers take 3-game win streak into matchup with the Athletics

The Texas Rangers will try to prolong a three-game win streak with a victory against the Athletics

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Sent out for rehab assignment Martin (calf) was sent to Double-A Frisco on Friday to begin a rehab assignment.

Impact Martin is scheduled to pitch for Frisco on Friday, a significant step in the right direction after he was pulled from a live batting practice last Saturday. The 39-year-old will likely need a longer ramp-up period, considering he's been sidelined for over a month with a strained left calf.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Garcia leads Rangers against the Athletics after 4-hit game

The Texas Rangers play the Athletics after Adolis Garcia had four hits against the Angels on Wednesday

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Rangers and Angels meet in series rubber match

The Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Angels meet on Wednesday with the winner claiming the three-game series

AUGUST 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Angels bring 1-0 series lead over Rangers into game 2

The Los Angeles Angels face the Texas Rangers with a 1-0 series lead

AUGUST 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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