Texas Rangers Mount Rushmore

Despite a rough history, the Texas Rangers have had some great players on their roster. Which of those greats make the franchise Mount Rushmore?

The Texas Rangers had their beginnings back in Washington D.C. As the second incarnation of the Senators, the franchise exhibited the same woeful performance as the original Senators. After spending 11 years in Washington, the franchise moved west, settling into Arlington and becoming the Texas Rangers.

Success did not follow. While the Rangers finished second six times, they did not make the postseason until 1996. Texas had three trips to the postseason in four years, but won only one game. The Rangers then sank back into the basement of the American League West, where they remained for much of the following decade.

Then came the 2010s. Suddenly, the Rangers were a perennial postseason contender, and have reached the playoffs five times this decade. They made their first two World Series appearances, losing the 2011 title in heartbreaking fashion as they were unable to get that final strike. Yet, the Rangers have found a way to keep coming back to the playoffs, hoping to finally bring a title to Arlington.

This past season was an anomaly for the decade. They found themselves in the rare position of being sellers at the trade deadline, sending Yu Darvish to the Dodgers. And yet, the Rangers may not be that far from another postseason run. Perhaps, as Dr. Weird said on Aqua Teen Hunger Force, this time will be different.

Even with those struggles, the Texas Rangers have had several star players on their roster. Which of those players comprise the franchise Mount Rushmore?