DeGrom, Langford Shine in Rangers Spring Debut

Jacob deGrom made a successful spring training debut for the Texas Rangers, pitching two perfect innings against the Kansas City Royals and striking out three batters. Having undergone Tommy John surgery in 2023, deGrom is aiming for a fully healthy 2025 season after limited appearances since signing a five-year, $185 million contract with the Rangers. His performance included a fastball reaching 98 mph and effective use of his slider and curveball. Despite past injuries, deGrom remains a formidable pitcher, with a career 2.52 ERA and a record strikeout-to-walk ratio. Meanwhile, Wyatt Langford also made his spring training debut for the Rangers, contributing offensively as a designated hitter. Langford, a promising young outfielder, was the fourth overall pick in the 2023 amateur draft.