Ballard marks two straight rookie debuts

8 July 2008, 10:53 pm

The Rangers are calling on their farm system once again, bringing up left-hander Michael Ballard to start on Wednesday against the Angels. Ballard will be the 12th starter used by the Rangers this season, the most by any team in the Majors.... read more

Harrison arrives in style vs. All-Star

8 July 2008, 9:53 pm

After a 56-minute rain delay Tuesday, Rangers left-hander Matt Harrison made his Major League debut in grand style, lasting seven innings in a 3-2 victory over Angels lefty All-Star Joe Saunders.... read more

Slapdash arms carrying load until break

8 July 2008, 5:40 pm

The Rangers' rotation is all but in disrepair a week before the All-Star break. They are mostly trotting out spot starters as Vicente Padilla, Eric Hurley and Kevin Millwood nurse their respective injuries.... read more

Murphy not concerned with rookie wall

7 July 2008, 10:59 pm

David Murphy is not worried about wearing down, even if this is his first full season in the Majors. Murphy played in game No. 86 on Monday night. The 26-year-old rookie won't left himself rest.... read more

Rangers' young charges fall just short

7 July 2008, 10:12 pm

The Angels and Rangers combined for six home runs Monday night at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, but four of those belonged to the visiting team, as Los Angeles rolled to a 9-6 victory.... read more

Harrison joining Texas' youth brigade

7 July 2008, 6:54 pm

The Rangers started three rookies against the American League West-leading Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim on Monday night. That number could reach four or even five when 22-year-old Matt Harrison makes his first Major League start Tuesday night.... read more