Luke Jackson, the free agent reliever, has signed a one-year deal with the Texas Rangers, his original team. Drafted 45th overall in 2010, Jackson made his MLB debut with the Rangers in 2015, before being traded to the Braves after 15 appearances. To accommodate Jackson's return, the Rangers placed Josh Sborz on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from shoulder surgery. Jackson ended last season with a 0-1 record and a 4.50 ERA across 16 games with Atlanta after a series of trades that saw him move from the Giants.

Over his career, Jackson has tallied a 22-11 record and 19 saves with a 4.24 ERA in 338 games. His experience includes winning a World Series with the Braves in 2021 and overcoming Tommy John surgery in 2022. The Rangers are optimistic about Jackson's ability to make an impact in the bullpen as they navigate their upcoming season.

The Texas Rangers and outfielder Leody Taveras have finalized a contract agreement for the 2025 season, valuing at $4.5 million, thus avoiding arbitration. Taveras, entering his second year of arbitration, previously played for $2.55 million and was projected to earn $4.3 million for the upcoming season. His performance in the 2024 season included a batting line of .229/.289/.352, with 12 home runs and 44 RBIs over 151 games, marking a downturn from his impressive contributions during the Rangers’ World Series run in 2023.

The Rangers have not navigated an arbitration hearing since 2000. Currently, catcher Jonah Heim remains the only other arbitration-eligible player on the team, projected to garner $4.8 million. Taveras, who is under contract until 2028, will need to outperform emerging talents like Wyatt Langford and Evan Carter to secure his position for the next season.