Power ranking the Texas Rangers' potential rookie superstars for the 2024 season

Owen White

White has the potential to be a stalwart member of a big league rotation, thanks to a varied arsenal of pitches that all look like they could get big league hitters out at times. However, his first taste of the big leagues resulted in an 11.25 ERA in a very small sample of two appearances, and he has had a lousy spring as well. We're betting that he turns things around and rebounds in 2024 to get another shot in the majors, but that isn't a sure thing.

The Rangers may need White to find himself quickly, though. With so many injuries in the rotation (along with older guys in general) and questionable timelines for recovery, White may be forced into action sooner than the team may like. If he falters again, he could get passed on the depth chart in short order.

Justin Foscue

Now we are getting into the meat of the list, starting with Justin Foscue. Foscue's defensive home is up in the air, that may not matter, as he is a pure hitter. After being Texas' first-round pick in the shortened 2020 MLB Draft, Foscue jumped out of the gates in his pro debut and has done nothing but mash and get on base at a high clip since then.

The trick with Foscue is finding a place for him on the big league roster, given his defensive deficiencies. There could be some early season opportunities with Nathaniel Lowe banged up, although Jared Walsh is making his own case for playing time there. That leaves the designated hitter spot, which would suit Foscue well, but he may have to cede some playing time there to vets like Seager, who the Rangers may want to give breaks from the field from time to time (once healthy).