Elvis Andrus to be Inducted into Rangers Hall of Fame
ARLINGTON — Elvis will not leave the building ever again. On Saturday, the Rangers will officially induct Elvis Andrus as the 27th member of the team’s Hall of Fame before the 3:05 game against Seattle. The Hall of Fame ceremony, along with Andrus’ speech will air on Rangers Sports Network and stream on Victory+, beginning at 2 p.m. CT.
Andrus’ Achievements
Andrus, the franchise’s all-time steals leader with 305, ranks second to Michael Young in games played (Andrus had 1,652) and third in hits (1,743). His impressive career with the Rangers has earned him a spot in the team’s Hall of Fame, and he will be celebrated for his achievements on the field.
15th Anniversary Celebration
The ceremony will also have to serve as something of an informal 15th anniversary celebration of the first Rangers team to reach the World Series since nothing official is planned. Andrus will be the fourth player from the 2010 team to be inducted along with Young (2016), Josh Hamilton (2019) and Ian Kinsler (2022).
Other Players to Attend the Ceremony
It’s expected that several other players from the 2010 team will take part in Andrus’ ceremony. Mitch Moreland, Matt Harrison and Colby Lewis all were among those who attended the luncheon honoring Andrus on Friday.
Injury Updates
— Both Jon Gray (fractured wrist) and Josh Sborz (shoulder surgery) will throw live batting practice sessions on Saturday ahead of the Rangers-Mariners game. It will be Gray’s first session of live batting practice since he suffered the injury in spring training. Sborz has already thrown. Both players seem to be tracking towards a late July or early August return.
— Joc Pederson received a positive report on the five-week followup scan on his fractured right hand and has been cleared to begin doing range of motion and strengthening exercises, but is not yet cleared to begin swinging a bat.
Roster Updates
— To make room on the active roster for Nathan Eovaldi, the Rangers optioned RHP Dane Dunning to Triple-A Round Rock. Dunning made one appearance in his four days with the Rangers, allowing a run in two innings in a mop-up role at Baltimore Monday.
Upcoming Games
— Apple TV+ has selected the Rangers’ August 15 game at Toronto for its Friday night Baseball telecast and it will be aired exclusively on the platform.
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Conclusion
Elvis Andrus’ induction into the Rangers Hall of Fame is a well-deserved recognition of his outstanding career with the team. The ceremony will be a celebration of his achievements and a chance for fans to honor his contributions to the team. With other players from the 2010 team in attendance, it will be a special day for the Rangers organization and their fans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will Elvis Andrus be inducted into the Rangers Hall of Fame?
A: Elvis Andrus will be inducted into the Rangers Hall of Fame on Saturday before the 3:05 game against Seattle.
Q: How can I watch the Hall of Fame ceremony?
A: The Hall of Fame ceremony will air on Rangers Sports Network and stream on Victory+, beginning at 2 p.m. CT.
Q: What is Elvis Andrus’ ranking in games played and hits for the Rangers franchise?
A: Andrus ranks second to Michael Young in games played (Andrus had 1,652) and third in hits (1,743) for the Rangers franchise.
Q: Which players from the 2010 team will attend the ceremony?
A: Several players from the 2010 team, including Mitch Moreland, Matt Harrison, and Colby Lewis, are expected to attend the ceremony.
