North Texas Nine Podcast

The North Texas Nine Podcast is part of InsideTheRangers.com's coverage of the Texas Rangers on Sports Illustrated. Hosted by Rangers beat reporter Chris Halicke.

Will The Rangers Actually Sign a Shortstop? Which One?

On this episode of the North Texas Nine Podcast, Texas Rangers beat reporter Chris Halicke (Sports Illustrated, InsideTheRangers.com) breaks down the five big free-agent shortstops and which one the Rangers are most likely to sign.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

11-15
32:31

How The Trade Deadline Impacts The Rangers' Rebuild

On this episode of the North Texas Nine Podcast, Texas Rangers beat reporter Chris Halicke (Sports Illustrated, InsideTheRangers.com) breaks down the two trades made before last Friday's deadline and how it impacts the short- and long-term future of the franchise.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

08-02
37:56

Rangers Mailbag: Who Will Texas Select With The No. 2 Pick?

The MLB Draft is just two days away! With so much attention on who the Texas Rangers will select with the No. 2 pick in this year's draft, fans are as anxious as ever. Rangers beat reporter Chris Halicke answers question from fans in our Rangers Mailbag, addressing concerns about the draft, Joey Gallo's future with the club, and an early preview of what the Rangers may do at the trade deadline in just a few weeks.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

07-09
39:56

MLB Begins Crackdown On Pitchers And Their 'Sticky Stuff'

Major League Baseball is officially cracking down on pitchers using illegal substances. Texas Rangers reporter Chris Halicke explains what changes are coming, his opinion on how it impacts the Rangers and the game of baseball altogether.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

06-15
27:43

Rangers Daily Dose: Chris Woodward Reaches His Boiling Point

The Texas Rangers have lost 10 of their last 11 games, and manager Chris Woodward hit his limit on Sunday. The Rangers skipper showed quite a bit of frustration with his offense after a 7-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, and Chris Halicke breaks it all down on this episode of 'Rangers Daily Dose'.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

06-07
18:46

Rangers Double Dose: Dr. Heckle and Mr. Jive

The Texas Rangers are reeling after losing nine straight games and 15 straight road games. Reflecting on the worst Rangers stretch in recent memory, Chris Halicke indulges both sides of the optimism/pessimism spectrum.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

06-04
18:44

Rangers Daily Dose: García's Hot Month and Baseball's Pervasive Problem

The Texas Rangers ended the month of May on a rather sour note, but Adolis García took home a couple of awards for a fantastic performance during the month. Chris Halicke reflects on García's hot month, and discusses the issue of pitchers potentially using illegal substances to help increase their spin rates.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

06-02
18:44

Rangers Daily Dose: Recapping a Challenging Month

The Texas Rangers ended the month of May on a rather sour note, but Chris Halicke is here to remind you of the positive things that happened in a trying month.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

06-01
18:46

Rangers Daily Dose: Hitting the Reset Button

Welcome back to 'Rangers Daily Dose' on the North Texas Nine Podcast. In this episode, Chris Halicke discusses the Rangers tying the longest road losing streak in franchise history.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-31
18:46

Rangers Daily Dose: What. A. Weekend.

Welcome back to 'Rangers Daily Dose' on the North Texas Nine Podcast. In this episode, Chris Halicke recaps a phenomenal weekend by Adolis García, and even shortly after he was purchased from the St. Louis Cardinals, how his talent was on full display.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-24
20:15

Daily Dose: Rangers No-Hit AGAIN ... And It's My Fault

In Thursday's edition of 'Rangers Daily Dose', Chris Halicke discusses the Texas Rangers being no-hit for the second time this season, and how it may have been his fault.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-20
20:12

Rangers Daily Dose: The Need For Foltynewicz, Lyles

Following Tuesday night's loss to the Yankees, Chris Halicke looks at why the Texas Rangers continue to send out pitchers like Mike Foltynewicz and Jordan Lyles — two pitchers that have had their struggles this season.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-19
20:15

Rangers Daily Dose: Way Too Early All-Star Game Talk

Happy Tuesday! In this episode of Rangers Daily Dose, Chris Halicke discusses if it is even plausible for the Texas Rangers to have not one, not two, but three players who are legitimate candidates to be named to the American League All-Star team.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-18
18:25

Rangers Daily Dose: A Six-Game Skid....Off a Cliff?

In Monday's edition of Rangers Daily Dose, Chris Halicke helps explain while losing is never fun, keeping perspective is important as well.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-17
24:11

Rangers Daily Dose: Just Another Learning Moment

In Friday's edition of Rangers Daily Dose, Chris Halicke looks at the Rangers' loss to the Astros on Thursday and how it's just one of many opportunities for a young team to learn how to navigate a big league season. Chris also discusses the latest update from the Rangers regarding face coverings at ballgames.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-14
22:42

Rangers Daily Dose: Bigger Than Baseball

In this edition of Rangers Daily Dose, Chris Halicke looks at the remarkable story of former Texas Rangers outfielder Drew Robinson and his return to baseball. He also addresses the question surrounding Isiah Kiner-Falefa's long-term role with the Rangers.***DISCLAIMER: This episode includes talk about mental health issues***If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or is in emotional distress, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK(8255) or at suicidepreventionlifeline.org.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-13
21:42

Rangers Daily Dose: This Rebuild Doesn't Require a Fire Sale

On this edition of Rangers Daily Dose, Chris Halicke explains the Rangers' plan with this current rebuild, and why selling certain players makes little sense regarding the future.Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersYou can find all of our Texas Rangers coverage at www.si.com/mlb/rangers

05-12
22:31

Rangers Daily Dose: Enjoy The Ride

The North Texas Nine Podcast debuts a brand new show, "Rangers Daily Dose"In the debut episode of Rangers Daily Dose, Rangers beat writer Chris Halicke (InsideTheRangers.com on SI's FanNation) discusses the fun season the Rangers are having through 36 games, which includes rookie sensation Adolis García. Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeLike 'Inside The Rangers' on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangers

05-10
23:27

18. How Fun Are The Rangers Right Now?

Chris Halicke (InsideTheRangers.com on Sports Illustrated's FanNation) flies solo in this episode of the North Texas Nine Podcast. Despite sitting at 14-17, Chris goes into the overwhelming number of positives that Texas Rangers fans should appreciate through the first 31 games of the season. Chris also answers fans' questions from Twitter.Like Inside The Rangers on SI on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersFollow Chris Halicke on Twitter: @ChrisHalicke

05-05
41:36

17. Rangers Good Start, New Culture, Twitter Q&A with Special Guest Jared Sandler

The North Texas Nine Podcast welcomes special guest Jared Sandler (Texas Rangers Radio Network, 105.3 The Fan) as he joins Texas Rangers beat reporter Chris Halicke for a jam-packed episode of the show. Chris and Jared react to the Rangers' 3-3 start, looking into Nate Lowe's blazing hot start and if a demotion is in the future for Leody Taveras. Chris and Jared also answer fans' questions from Twitter, including which former Rangers player could eventually manage a big league team and who the Rangers might select No. 2 overall in this summer's first-year player draft.Like Inside The Rangers on SI on Facebook: facebook.com/SITexasRangersFollow Chris Halicke on Twitter: @ChrisHalickeFollow Jared Sandler on Twitter: @JaredSandler

04-08
01:04:40

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