How the Rangers would handle Jacob deGrom in his first full season back from elbow surgery was a mystery all spring as he met every challenge and looked better and better with each outing. Here’s how they handled him: They’ve basically let him just be, which, all things considered, seems like a pretty good idea.

Entering the All-Star break, the right-hander has a 2.32 ERA across 19 starts, holding opposing hitters to a .194 batting average while also limiting the total number of base runners with a 0.91 WHIP. deGrom was named to the American League roster in the All-Star Game, which is now his fifth selection and the first outside of the National League.

Despite Jacob deGrom being selected, the Texas Rangers will have no players active in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Why won’t the Rangers be represented?