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Chris Halicke

Chris Halicke is the Texas Rangers beat writer for Sports Illustrated's 'Inside The Rangers'. Chris has covered the Rangers since 2019. Chris previously worked as a columnist and analyst on ‘AllSteelers', Sports Illustrated’s coverage of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Chris is a graduate of Richland College in Dallas, TX. Outside of baseball, Chris is a loving husband and father, enjoys playing hockey and golf, and is an avid fan of The Office and Lost. Follow him on Twitter @ChrisHalicke

Articles From This Author

Jul 27, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) hits a three run home run in the fourth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

'I'm A Ranger': Gallo Thanks Fans After Rangers Snap 12-Game Skid

Jul 18, 2021; Buffalo, New York, CAN; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) catches a fly ball hit by Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) (not pictured) during the fourth inning at Sahlen Field.
News

Joey Gallo Hopes To Remain With Rangers Despite 'Real Possibility' Of Trade

Jul 7, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field.
News

Source: Joey Gallo Rangers Trade & Extension News - 'Big Decision' Coming

Jul 12, 2021; Denver, CO, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo hits during the 2021 MLB Home Run Derby.
News

Rangers Mailbag: Pre-Trade Deadline Edition

Jul 22, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz (20) pitches against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Comerica Park.
Game Day

Foltynewicz Gives Up Three More Homers As Rangers Lose Ninth Straight Game

Jul 21, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Texas Rangers center fielder Joey Gallo (13) receives congratulations from shortstop Eli White (41) after scoring in the second inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.
Game Day

Rangers vs Tigers: Starting Lineups, Injury Report

Jul 12, 2021; Denver, CO, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo hits during the 2021 MLB Home Run Derby.
News

Trade Deadline Preview: Will The Rangers Cash In On Joey Gallo?

Jul 21, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Lyles (24) pitches in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.
Game Day

Rangers Bitten By Long Ball, Waste Opportunities In Eighth Straight Loss

Jun 26, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers manager Chris Woodward (8) checks on Rangers designated hitter Willie Calhoun (5) after Calhoun is hit by a pitch during the second inning against the Kansas City Royals at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

Rangers vs Tigers: Starting Lineups, Injury Updates On Calhoun, Trevino, Arihara

Ian Moller practices at Built Not Born Baseball facility Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 in Dubuque, Iowa. Moller has spent the summer traveling to showcase his talents in baseball and is projected is to be a possible first round draft pick next year. His family owns the facility and they have transformed the garage into a space to hit, lift weights, practice catching, and watch video.
News

Rangers Ink Two More Draft Selections, Seven of First 10 Picks Signed

Jul 20, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Texas Rangers first baseman Nate Lowe (30) scores a run during the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.
Game Day

Rangers Show Fight, Yet Bats Remain Dormant In Seventh Straight Loss

Jun 29, 2021; Oakland, California, USA; Texas Rangers manager Chris Woodward (right) watches his team take on the Oakland Athletics during the second inning at RingCentral Coliseum.
News

Rangers Manager Chris Woodward Opens Up On Navigating Difficult Circumstances

Jul 19, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim (28) tags out Detroit Tigers designated hitter Jeimer Candelario (46) at home during the fourth inning at Comerica Park.
Game Day

Rangers vs Tigers: Starting Lineups, Roster Moves, Injury Update

Jul 19, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers pitch runner Zack Short (59) scores a run as shortstop Harold Castro (30) and Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim (28) watch during the sixth inning at Comerica Park.
Game Day

Rangers 'Embarrassed' By Tigers In 14-0 Blowout

May 27, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher Taylor Hearn (52) throws against the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park.
News

Which Pitching Options Are Available For Rangers After Trade Deadline?

Jul 18, 2021; Buffalo, New York, CAN; Texas Rangers second baseman Nick Solak (15) touches home plate after hitting a two run home run during the second inning against the Texas Rangers at Sahlen Field.
Game Day

A 'Frustrating' Day Quickly Puts Rangers Under Microscope

Jul 18, 2021; Buffalo, New York, CAN; Texas Rangers pitcher Kolby Allard (39) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Sahlen Field.
Game Day

Rangers Blanked 5-0 In First Game of Doubleheader With Blue Jays

Jul 16, 2021; Buffalo, New York, USA; Texas Rangers second baseman Nick Solak (15) hits a double during the seventh inning against Toronto Blue Jays at Sahlen Field.
Game Day

Rangers vs Blue Jays Doubleheader: Starting Lineups, Probables, Injury Report

Jul 16, 2021; Buffalo, New York, USA; Texas Rangers second baseman Nick Solak (15) hits a double during the seventh inning against Toronto Blue Jays at Sahlen Field.
News

Rangers Notes: Saturday's Game vs Blue Jays Postponed, Five Draft Signings

Jul 16, 2021; Buffalo, New York, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Lyles (24) throws a pitch during the third inning against Toronto Blue Jays at Sahlen Field.
Game Day

Rangers Hammered By Long Ball In 10-2 Loss To Blue Jays

Jul 12, 2021; Denver, CO, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo hits during the 2021 MLB Home Run Derby.
Game Day

Rangers vs Blue Jays: Starting Lineups, Injury Report

Frisco Rough Riders' Josh Jung stands on third base, Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at Whataburger Field. Rough Riders won, 8-4.
Prospects

Rangers Farm Notes: Jung Hitting, Huff Mashing, Frisco Dealing

Jul 13, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; American League outfielder Joey Gallo of the Texas Rangers (13) and fellow American League All Stars watch as the lineups are announced before the 2021 MLB All Star Game at Coors Field.
News

Rangers All-Star Break: An Escape As Trade Deadline Looms

Tennessee's Jackson Leath pitches against UNC Asheville in the NCAA baseball game on Wednesday, February 26, 2020.
News

Rangers MLB Draft Day Three Recap: Rounds 11-20

Jul 5, 2020; Arlington, Texas, United States; A general view of the exterior of Globe Life Field.
News

Rangers MLB Draft Day Two Recap: Rounds 2-10

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News

Rangers Select Oregon's Aaron Zavala In 2nd Round of MLB Draft

Vanderbilt pitcher Jack Leiter (22) is congratulated by teammates after pitching against East Carolina during the seventh inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regionals at Hawkins Field Saturday, June 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn.
News

'No Second Guessing': Rangers Get Their Guy In Jack Leiter

Jun 28, 2021; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores starting pitcher Jack Leiter (22) pitches in the fifth inning against the Mississippi St. Bulldogs at TD Ameritrade Park.
News

Rangers Select RHP Jack Leiter With No. 2 Pick In MLB Draft

Jun 28, 2021; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores pitcher Jack Leiter (22) throws against the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park.
News

MLB Draft Roundtable: Who Will The Rangers Select At No. 2?

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News

Who Will The Rangers Take At No. 2? What The Experts Are Saying

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News

WATCH: Joey Gallo & Matt Olson Square Off In Home Run Derby Preview

Jul 7, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) is congratulated by catcher Jonah Heim (right) after hitting a home run in the second inning at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

Rangers vs A's: Starting Lineups, Injury Report

Jun 28, 2021; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores starting pitcher Jack Leiter (22) pitches in the fifth inning against the Mississippi St. Bulldogs at TD Ameritrade Park.
Podcasts

Rangers Mailbag: Who Will Texas Select With The No. 2 Pick?

Jun 28, 2021; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores pitcher Jack Leiter (22) throws against the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park.
News

MLB Draft Preview: What Direction Might The Rangers Go At No. 2 Overall?

Jul 7, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) watches his home run in the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field.
News

Joey Gallo Happy To Do Home Run Derby In Rangers Uniform

Jul 6, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers center fielder Adolis Garcia (53) is congratulated by right fielder Joey Gallo (13) after hitting a home run in the eighth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

Rangers vs Tigers Rubber Match: Starting Lineups, Injury Report

Jul 6, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers third base coach Tony Beasley (27) talks with catcher John Hicks (6) after he reached third base in the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

'This Guy Has Been A Spark': Hicks Has Another Big Night In Rangers 10-5 Win

Jul 5, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run in the ninth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

Rangers vs Tigers: Starting Lineups, Injury Report

Jun 28, 2021; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores starting pitcher Jack Leiter (22) pitches in the fifth inning against the Mississippi St. Bulldogs at TD Ameritrade Park.
News

Rangers Draft Central: Everything You Need To Know Before Texas Picks No. 2 Overall

Jul 5, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher Kolby Allard (39) on the mound with his teammates in the sixth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

Allard Shines In Rangers' Ugly Loss To Tigers

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Game Day

Rangers vs Tigers: Starting Lineups, Injury Report

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News

Rangers Trio of Gibson, Gallo, García Named To All-Star Game

May 21, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Kyle Gibson (44) throws during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Globe Life Field.
News

Rangers Midseason Report: The Pitchers

Jul 2, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Texas Rangers, left, and Seattle Mariners, right, stand along the foul lines before a game at T-Mobile Park.
Game Day

Rangers vs Mariners: Joey Gallo Out Of Starting Lineup, Dennis Santana Recalled

Sep 23, 2020; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Texas Rangers catcher Sam Huff against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.
News

WATCH: Rangers' Huff Hits 500-Foot Home Run

May 29, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Texas Rangers second baseman Nick Solak (15) attempts to turn a double play against Seattle Mariners designated hitter Kyle Seager (15) during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park.
Game Day

Rangers vs Mariners: Starting Lineups, Injury Report

Jun 20, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) follows through on a swing for a home run in the sixth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Globe Life Field.
News

Rangers Midseason Report: The Position Players

Jul 1, 2021; Oakland, California, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) tosses his bat after drawing a walk in the seventh inning against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum.
Game Day

Rangers' Gallo Homers In Fifth Straight Game, Hopes For All-Star Bid

Jun 29, 2021; Oakland, California, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo is greeted by his teammates after hitting a solo home run against the Oakland Athletics during the fourth inning at RingCentral Coliseum.
Game Day

'He's On Another Planet Right Now': Gallo Homers Twice As Rangers Win Fourth Straight Game

Jun 23, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Elvis Andrus (17) talks with Texas Rangers shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa (9) during the seventh inning at Globe Life Field.
Game Day

Rangers vs Athletics: Starting Lineups, Jose Trevino's Injury, Roster Moves