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The Ranger Zone

Balusek, Cook & Green

Three permanently obsessed Texas Rangers fanatics semi-qualified to dish out our takes like hotcakes, from the fans to the front office.

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Ep .014: Hodgepodge Minisode

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/04/02

We might be a little behind on this one, but we couldn’t leave you hangin’ this week after we skipped our recording session on March 30th to watch the Rangers defeat Boston. In this episode, we finally release the Luka tapes! We also talk trading cards, specifically a Paul Skenes rookie card, and Tony surprised Robbie and Chris with some impromptu trivia.Show Notes: MLB The Show https://bit.ly/4ccIJNK Debut Patch Tracker https://bit.ly/43Dnqmi Journal Entry https://bit.ly/3E49F5I Listen: Spotify

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01:27:51

Ep .013: Closing Spring, Opening Day

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/03/26

IT’S THE MOOOST WONDERFUL TIIIIIME OF THE YEEEAAARRR! In this episode, we wrap up Spring Training by wallowing in the losses of Jon Gray and Cody Bradford; jubilate the Jimmy-Jackin’ power bats of Langford, Adolis and Pederson; and contemplate our many enigmas --looking at you Carter, Taveras, and Corbin. Also, we give our final lineup projections for Opening Day against Garrett Crochet and the Boston Red Sox.Show Notes: 25% OFF Tickets ⚾ https://bit.ly/41NfIVw No Way Jose ⚾

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01:22:37

Ep .012: Whoooaaa! We're Half Way There

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/03/19

Half way through Spring Training and we’re already hitting the panic button. In this episode, we look into the Rangers performance in Arizona on all sides of the ball, which includes a visit to Christopher’s Classroom where we learn about setting spring expectations. We also look ahead to some of the nifty stadium giveaways this season.Show Notes: Poop Scorebug: https://bit.ly/3XZpp0q Stadium Giveaways: https://bit.ly/3Rnw2G9 Links: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾

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01:07:32

Ep. 011: Pontificating Preseason Prognostications

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/03/05

Spring is springin’ and the Rangers are in Surprise, AZ. Before any preseason ball took place, we made our predictions for how the team will fare, who’s got the most to prove, why we all think the Lastros are missing the playoffs and more. We also remember, and hear, some of the greatest sports moments in history.Show Notes: PECOTA Projections - https://bit.ly/4i4Igzs Andrus HoF/Beltre Statue - https://bit.ly/3XveeMR Devers Interview - https://bit.ly/41tW2EI Spotify ⚾

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01:04:27

Ep .010: Tune In and Turn On the Boob Tube

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/02/26

Who thought watching our World Series champs would be so cumbersome for cord-cutters? NOT ANYMORE! This episode, we break down the deal with Victory+ as well as the old deal with Bally Sports. Also, Tony reminds us that Sammy Sosa was one who got away from the Rangers, and we’re all upset that Ichiro wasn’t a unanimous Hall of Famer.Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾

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01:19:24

Ep .009 Thebullpenisgood

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/02/12

The Rangers are bringing the bats this season, but what about the arms? In this episode, we get acquainted with the new and existing relief pitchers who will try to carry over one of the only bright spots from 2024. Also, Robbie brings tales from Fan Fest, we lament about Rōki Sasaki, and we put you through a painful discussion about what animal we’d be.Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾

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01:01:21

Ep .008: Seven O'Clock In My "Joc Talk"

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/02/05

Joc Pederson brings more than a boisterous personality to the Rangers. In this episode, we walk and talk the Joc – detailing his 10-year career as a mighty bat and infectious on-field fun factory. Did we mention he beat the DisAstros in a World Series? Robbie tries stumping Tony and Chris with trivia about -j names, hall of fame, and back-to-back World Series "rangs."Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾

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47:54

Ep .004: I Drip, You Drip, We Drip

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/01/22

It’s almost been a year since the Nike/Fanatics fiasco and we’re checking to see if it’s still fiasco-ing. In this episode, we get drippy about uniforms from City Connects to Rangers classics. Also, Robbie gets romantic about the Peagle.Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾

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01:05:03

Ep .007: Jakey Doublestacks w/ Fries

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/01/18

Jake Burger is here! And you can hear us double down, and then triple down, on how he’s only going to DH this season (whoops… the Lowe trade dropped minutes after recording this one). In this episode, we dissect every offensive and defensive ingredient that makes up Mr. Burger. We also try to remember Mark Hamburger and describe our perfect cheeseburgers.Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾

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52:27

Ep .006: Gettin' Higgy With It

The Ranger Zone ·

2025/01/14

Kyle Higashioka is a Texas Ranger and the first of many player-profile episodes. We look at his offensive and defensive production, forecast his backup catcher role, and discuss his timeshare with Jonah Heim. We also debate NIL revenue complications, build a starting rotation, and foolishly yearn for Rōki Sasaki who informed the Rangers on Jan. 13 the he is seeking another team. *sigh* Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾

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41:31

Ep .005: A Very Merry Chrysler to All

The Ranger Zone ·

2024/12/25

We couldn't let the holiday pass without getting into the jingle-jangle spirit. This episode, we find out which Rangers have holiday birthdays, exchange Christmas meal traditions, and recollect sports-related gifts from holidays past. Also, each of us sends a Rangers Christmas wish to dear Ol' St. Nick. See y'all in the new year.

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37:43

Ep .003: They Call Him, Rōki Sasaki

The Ranger Zone ·

2024/12/11

With Houdini back at home, we set our sights on Rōki Sasaki. In this episode, we get granular about the Japanese pitching phenom and how likely the Rangers are to land him (spoiler - it's likely). Also, learn about the bureaucratic gymnastics required for the International Free Agent Bonus Pool. Hint: it's not something you swim in. *recoding notice* Since this recording, Rōki Sasaki was posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines on Monday, December 9th. MLB teams have until Jan. 23 to sign

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42:06

Ep .002: Lo-Strike Strikezone, Zone

The Ranger Zone ·

2024/12/05

Starting pitchers be-ith no match against The Zone this week as we compare Nathan Eovaldi to other top-tier free-agent arms and decide what the Rangers' rotation should look like in 2025. Since we recorded this around Thanksgiving, you'll also find out who doesn't like green bean casserole or deviled eggs. Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Music

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34:09

Ep .001: Hey Batter, Batter Saaa-Wiiiing!

The Ranger Zone ·

2024/12/05

We give flowers to the runners-up in the MVP race and play some trivia before jumping into the Rangers' free-agency spending situation. We also predict our offensive bounce-back candidates and attempt to push enough pennies around to secure a DH. Oh, and Chris does some wild baseball nerd flexing in this one. Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Music

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27:38

Ep .000: Pilot

The Ranger Zone ·

2024/12/05

In our pilot episode, we introduce ourselves to the airways in a collection of memories and moments from our personal Rangers histories like GM sightings about town, Chuck Morgan impressions, and sharing the field with legend Michael Young. Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for

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