Make-A-Wish Participant Spends Day with Texas Rangers
ARLINGTON — The locker closest to the Texas Rangers home clubhouse entrance is occupied by third baseman Josh Jung. The cubby two spots down belongs to shortstop Corey Seager. The one in between the two, on Tuesday at least, was designated for Vincent Gaggiano.
Gaggiano, 13, spent Tuesday’s game vs. the New York Yankees at Globe Life Field with the Rangers on behalf of the Make-A-Wish foundation, a nonprofit organization designed to help fulfill the dreams of children with critical illnesses.
Make-a-Wish participant Vincent Caggiano is greeted by Texas Rangers infielder Ezequiel Duran before a baseball game against the New York Yankees at Globe Life Field on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025.
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Special Treatment for Gaggiano
He was gifted his own custom jersey — with the No. 32, in reference to his favorite player Evan Carter — and a number of bobbleheads and memorabilia stuffed inside his locker. He received a private tour of the clubhouse, took batting practice with third base coach Tony Beasley and threw out the ceremonial first pitch.
Gaggiano played catch on the field with outfielder Wyatt Langford during the team’s warmups and met Carter afterwards. He said that Carter is his favorite player because of the similarities he shares with the 22-year-old center fielder.
“I always liked him because he plays outfield,” Gaggiano said, “bats lefty and throws righty.”
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Conclusion
The Texas Rangers and the Make-A-Wish foundation have once again come together to make a young fan’s dream come true. Vincent Gaggiano, a 13-year-old with a critical illness, spent the day with the Rangers, meeting his favorite player, Evan Carter, and participating in various activities. This heartwarming story is a reminder of the impact that sports teams and organizations can have on the lives of their fans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Make-A-Wish foundation?
A: The Make-A-Wish foundation is a nonprofit organization that grants wishes to children with critical illnesses.
Q: How did Vincent Gaggiano spend his day with the Texas Rangers?
A: Gaggiano received a private tour of the clubhouse, took batting practice with third base coach Tony Beasley, and threw out the ceremonial first pitch. He also played catch on the field with outfielder Wyatt Langford and met his favorite player, Evan Carter.
Q: Why is Evan Carter Gaggiano’s favorite player?
A: Gaggiano likes Carter because they share similarities, such as playing outfield, batting lefty, and throwing righty.
