Adolis García has rejoined the Texas Rangers’ starting lineup, and how he performs over the remainder of the season could determine his future with the team.
After a mental reset and sitting out the series against St. Louis, García returned midweek against Tampa Bay, going 2-for-6 since his return. Despite a hopeful spring in which he expressed confidence about hitting 50 home runs, his current numbers — a .212 average, .258 OBP, .369 slugging, and seven home runs — suggest he’s far off that pace. Manager Bruce Bochy gave him time off to refine his plate discipline and approach, and the rest of the season will show whether that adjustment paid off.
García was instrumental in Texas’ 2023 World Series run and posted career-best power numbers that year, but his offensive decline and rising chase rate in 2025 raise concerns — especially as he turns 32. While his bat has cooled, his defense remains elite, ranking among the league’s best in range and arm strength.
The Rangers have younger, cost-controlled outfielders like Wyatt Langford, Evan Carter, and Alejandro Osuna rising quickly, which could push García out if he doesn’t rebound. Despite being under team control through 2026, Texas may opt to trade or non-tender him in the offseason if his performance doesn’t justify a rising arbitration cost.
In short, García’s next few months are make-or-break — both for his role in the Rangers’ lineup and for his long-term future in Texas.
