ARLINGTON, TX — Just two seasons ago, he was the heart of October. A force of nature at the plate, electrifying crowds and carrying the Texas Rangers to their first World Series title. Now, that same hero — Adolis García — may be packing his bags.
In a stunning twist that reflects just how far things have shifted in Arlington, the Rangers are reportedly exploring the trade market for their two-time All-Star and 2023 ALCS MVP, as the team stares down a disappointing season and a looming trade deadline.
García, now 32, has long been a fan favorite — known for his explosive power, fierce outfield defense, and his unforgettable run through the 2023 postseason. That October, he blasted five home runs and drove in 15 RBIs in the ALCS alone, earning MVP honors and solidifying his status as a Texas legend.
But legends don’t always escape the numbers.
Now sitting at 43–44 and trailing the division by nearly ten games, the Rangers are struggling to stay afloat. Their playoff hopes hang by a thread, and according to insiders like Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the front office is bracing for tough choices. García’s name is firmly in the trade conversation — not because he isn’t valuable, but because he still is.
This season, García has shown signs of regression at the plate. His .232 batting average, while slightly better than last year’s .224, comes with just 10 home runs and 49 RBIs — well below his career-high 39 homers and 107 RBIs from 2023. His OPS is under .700, and with arbitration set to raise his salary from $10.5 million next season, the Rangers are reportedly hesitant to make a long-term commitment if he doesn’t rebound.
Still, there’s no denying García’s upside. A power bat, an elite glove in right field, and a postseason track record few players can match — contenders in need of an offensive jolt will come calling. And the Rangers, in return, could secure young talent or pitching depth to retool around their next core.
Trading away a player like García — especially one so tightly woven into the franchise’s recent success — is never easy. But with the clock ticking toward the July 31 trade deadline, Texas may have no choice.
The postseason powerhouse who once owned October could soon be wearing another jersey. And if that happens, Rangers fans will be left with two emotions: heartbreak… and gratitude for the memories he gave them on baseball’s biggest stage.
