Kyle Lohse may be the best starter on the free agent market as the calender turns to January.
The Tigers, Dodgers, Brewers and Rangers could go after him for a variety of reasons.
June 2012 - Texas Rangers Wiretap
Napoli's Options Beyond Red Sox Limited
Mike Napoli will be forced to work out his three-year, $39 million deal with the Red Sox, unless he wants to sign a one-year deal elsewhere or a two-year deal with the Rangers.
Pierzynski Wanted To Finish Career With White Sox
A.J. Pierzynski wanted to finish his career with the White Sox, but the club never made a strong effort to re-sign him.
White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said the club had "more pressing needs that needed to be addressed."
Pierzynski Downplays Feud With Ron Washington
A.J. Pierzynski says he is no longer upset with Rangers manager Ron Washington for not selecting him to this past season's All-Star team.
He officially signed a one-year, $7.5 million deal with Texas on Thursday.
"It came up (at the lunch), and I made a joke of it," Pierzynski said. "It was over as soon as it happened. You're disappointed as a player because you want to go to the All-Star Game and be honored that way. But when it was over, it was over."
Pierzynski said he's talked to some players who have played for Washington and has heard "nothing but praise."
Texas Hands Pierzynski Starting Job
The Rangers have already installed A.J. Pierzynski as their starting catcher.
Ron Washington made it clear during a conference call on Wednesday that he will not platoon Pierzynski, a left-handed hitter, with Geovany Soto.
"As far as playing time goes, A.J. is our guy," Washington said. "Geo will get some playing time. A.J. is going to be the front-runner."
Pierzynski is in line to be the first Rangers catcher with 120-plus starts in a season since Pudge Rodriguez in 1999.
Rangers Still Looking To Add Power, Pitcher
Jon Daniels says the Rangers remain in the market for another bat and that they are always looking for pitching.
Texas lost both Josh Hamilton and Mike Napoli in free agency, leaving holes in the lineup and especially in the power department.
"We're looking at that now," Daniels said of power hitters. "There's a decent chance we'll look to add somebody."
Pierzyski Downplays All-Star Snub
A.J. Pierzynski officially signed his one-year deal with the Rangers and claimed he no longer is frustrated about not being selected to last year's All-Star team by Ron Washington.
The deal is worth $7.5M, sources told ESPNDallas.com.
Pierzynski said he is excited to play for Washington and isn't upset anymore.
Former Rangers Owner Corbett Dies At 75
Brad Corbett, who owned the Texas Rangers from 1974 to 1980, has died. He was 75.
Corbett's daughter, Pamela Corbett Murrin, said that her father died peacefully in his sleep on Christmas Eve.
She said he had not been sick recently.
Rangers May Not Have Progressed With Bourn
The Rangers have looked into Michael Bourn, but they haven't really progressed with the free agent outfielder.
Texas officials have asked around about Bourn, who is one of the top remaining players left on the market.
Yankees Not Close To Trade For Outfielder
The Yankees are not currently close to a trade for an outfielder.
Texas was also in that position as the weekend began.
Mariners Eager To Sign Raul Ibanez
The Mariners have "serious interest" in signing Raul Ibanez, according to a source.
Rangers 'Checking Into' Michael Bourn
Jon Heyman describes the team's interest in the free-agent outfielder as in the "infancy" stage.
Sources: Pierzynski Joins Rangers
Free-agent A.J. Pierzynski has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Rangers.
Source: Cody Ross Meets With Rangers
Free agent outfielder Cody Ross met with Rangers' officials on Tuesday.
Padres Drop Out Of Race For Edwin Jackson
The Padres are no longer interested in signing Edwin Jackson because they are leery of a four-year deal with an annual value of at least $12 million.
Source: Rangers Meet With Pierzynski
The Rangers will meet with A.J. Pierzynski and his agent in Arlington on Tuesday, according to two sources.
Angels Hire Hamilton's Accountability Partner
The Angels have hired Josh Hamilton's accountability partner, Shayne Kelley, away from the Rangers.
Josh Hamilton Sued Over 'Play Hard, Pray Harder'
A small Texas company has sued former Josh Hamilton over a "Play Hard, Pray Harder" clothing line sold by a company the slugger's wife helped launch.
Rangers In Mix For Raul Ibanez
The Rangers are interested in Raul Ibanez, who increased his market value with his heroics during the postseason while with the Yankees, according to sources.
Mariners Made 'Substantial' Offer To Hamilton
The Mariners wanted to sign Josh Hamilton, but lost out on the slugger when he reached a five-year, $125 million deal with the Angels.
Sources: Dodgers Never Seriously Considered Hamilton
The Dodgers did background work on Josh Hamilton, but they never seriously considered signing the slugger, according to sources.
Hamilton Didn't Give Rangers Chance To Match Offer
Josh Hamilton accepted a five-year, $125 million offer from the Angels on Thursday afternoon without giving the Rangers a chance to match.
Source: Rangers Haven't Pushed For LaRoche
Texas will likely pursue other options with Josh Hamilton joining the Angels.
Hamilton Agrees To $125M Deal With Angels
Josh Hamilton will remain in the AL West, moving from the Rangers to Angels.
Hamilton, Rangers Remain In Touch, Chances Of Return Increasing
The Rangers and Josh Hamilton have continued to remain in touch, increasing the likelihood that the slugger will eventually re-sign with the franchise.
Greinke Favored Rangers Over Dodgers Right Up Until End
Zack Greinke admitted that he favored signing with the Rangers as a free agent right up until the end of negotiations when he decided to join the Dodgers.
Josh Hamilton Could End Up With Phillies
The Phillies have filled some holes this offseason without yet spending a lot of money.
Ron Washington Wants To See Rangers Re-Sign Hamilton
Ron Washington wants the Rangers to re-sign Josh Hamilton and the manager added that the slugger "knows how we feel and where we stand."
Rangers Looking At Anibal Sanchez
After losing out on Zack Greinke over the weekend, the Rangers have broadened their search for talent.
Young Has 'No Relationship' With Texas Front Office
After spending 12 years with the Rangers, Michael Young said during a press conference on Monday that he has "no relationship" with the team's front office.