Kade Kistner

Kade Kistner

Joined: Jan 31, 2020

Kade Kistner is the publisher for Sports Illustrated's Inside the Rangers. An alumnus of Tulane University, Kade graduated in 2017 with a degree in Latin American Studies and a minor in Spanish. Upon graduation, Kade commissioned into the United States Navy and attended Naval Flight School in Pensacola, Fl. He served as a Naval Aviator and was stationed in Jacksonville, Fl. During his time in school and the Navy, Kade began covering the MLB and NFL with USA Today, SB Nation, and Sports Illustrated. Kade covered the New Orleans Saints, Texas Rangers, and numerous other teams within the Sports Illustrated network before launching Inside the Phillies, Inside the Astros, and Inside the Cubs in 2021. Kade now leads over 15 sites within the On SI network. You can follow him on Twitter at @KadeKistner, or if you have any questions or comments he can be reached via email at kwkistner@gmail.com.

Oct 18, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) celebrates scoring on an RBI from right fielder Starling Marte (6, not pictured) with New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil (1) during the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game five of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Sep 8, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Kirby Yates (39) pitches in the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Jul 9, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Texas Rangers catcher Andrew Knizner (12) looks on as manager Bruce Bochy (15) pulls starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

May 25, 2022; Anaheim, California, USA; Texas Rangers General Manager Chris Young on the field before the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Sep 14, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jack Leiter (35) catches a thrown ball during the eighth inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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The Texas Rangers farm system continues to garner national praise in the latest MLB executives poll.

Sep 1, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) scores from second base on a double hit by right fielder Adolis Garcia (not pictured) during the first inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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As the MLB offseason begins to wrap up, here is where the Texas Rangers sit in the inaugural MLB power rankings.

Oct 18, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) rounds the bases after hitting a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of game five of the NLCS during the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Texas Rangers could use an upgrade at first base, so why aren't they pursuing former New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso?

May 8, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Chris Martin (55) throws against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Texas Rangers appear to have pulled off a signing despite offering less than the Boston Red Sox.

Sep 17, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) leaves the mound in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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The Texas Rangers could pull off a reunion with one of its former heroes from the 2023 World Series.

Aug 18, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Kyle Finnegan (67) celebrates win against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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The Texas Rangers will likely reinforce their bullpen ahead of the 2025 MLB season, could they turn to a former Washington Nationals closer?

Josh Jung Slams Texas Rangers to Series Victory Over Yankees

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The Texas Rangers held a home run derby and Martin Perez was solid Sunday in a series-clinching win over the New York Yankees.

Watch: Texas Rangers Third Baseman Josh Jung Smashes First Career Grand Slam

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Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung hit his first career grand slam on Sunday to give his team a 4-0 lead over the New York Yankees.

Texas Rangers Even Yankees Series, Jacob deGrom Exits Early Again

The Texas Rangers got one back against the New York Yankees on Friday evening, but Jacob deGrom's exit overshadowed the victory.

José Leclerc Done as Texas Rangers Closer?

Texas Rangers reliever José Leclerc has been wildly inconsistent and just plain wild this season as the preferred closer.

Texas Rangers Swept by Reds in Walk-Off

The Texas Rangers were swept by the struggling Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday after losing in walk-off fashion for the second time in the series.

García Makes History as Texas Rangers Pummel Athletics

The Texas Rangers dominated the Oakland Athletics on Saturday night as Adolis García produced one of the best performances of his career.