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Texas Rangers News and Rumors

Rangers, Harrison agree on $55 million deal

Richard Durrett, ESPN.com

The Texas Rangers have agreed to terms on a new five-year, $55 million contract with All-Star pitcher Matt Harrison, who passed a physical on Wednesday.

CNNSI.com

NEW YORK (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez had surgery on his left hip Wednesday and is expected to be sidelined until after the All-Star break.

Richard Durrett, ESPN.com

Texas Rangers closer Joe Nathan has declined an invitation to pitch on the United States team in the World Baseball Classic in March. The veteran said he wanted a "full and normal" spring training.

Terence Moore, MLB.com

Ian Kinsler is not switching from second base to first base for the Texas Rangers, because he never got an ultimatum.