Texas Rangers: 5 players with something to prove in the closing month

The 162 game season is nearing an end, but a handful of Texas Rangers have something left to prove either to themselves, to the organization, or both.

The 2018 Texas Rangers season is nearing a close. Just 18 games remain until everyone’s attention will transition to next year. Most Rangers have very little left to prove as the 162-game grind comes to a halt, but there are of course a handful of players that have quite a bit to prove.

September numbers are most meaningful to players who are just breaking into the big leagues. They want to show their coaches and the front office that they are good enough to play at the major league level, now and hopefully at the start of next season. You’ll see three players on the list that will be fighting for an opening day roster spot in 2019.

In addition, there are two veteran players with something to play for in September. One needs to show he still belongs with the Texas Rangers and the other has more of a selfish purpose over the final 18 games.

Nevertheless, let’s get to your five Rangers that have the most to prove in September…