While it's shaping up to be a three-team race in the AL West this summer, MLB analyst and podcaster Ben Verlander doesn't expect the Rangers to come out on top. While he likes their team and thinks they have potential, he believes the Astros' reign will continue in 2025.

Here’s a look at how some national outlets are predicting the Rangers will fare in 2025: Mixed in with a prediction that the entire playoff field in the American League will feature teams that missed the playoffs in 2024, was a declaration that the Rangers will return to the top spot in the AL West.

Opening Day for Major League Baseball is here. See the schedule with dates, times and how to watch for the first Texas Rangers game.