This is an odd scenario for the Texas Rangers, and they need to decide what direction they want to go quickly. If the organization wants to compete in 2018 then they will likely need to add a veteran reliever arm with closing experience.
Currently, lefty Alex Claudio is the Rangers “closer” since he saw almost of the opportunities in the second half of the season. It worked in 2017, but the organization might need Claudio in other spots other than the ninth inning role.
The 25-year-old lefty appeared in 70 games posting a 2.