The Texas Rangers are making a splash ahead of the trade deadline, aggressively pursuing bullpen reinforcements. ESPN's Buster Olney highlighted their interest in relievers like David Bednar from Pittsburgh and Ryan Helsley from St. Louis. However, Colorado's trio of available arms—Jake Bird, Victor Vodnik, and Tyler Kinley—could be more feasible trade targets. Bird's recent struggles, combined with his potential under team control, make him a particularly intriguing option. Though his performance dipped, he has shown promise earlier this season, boasting an impressive strikeout rate.

Vodnik offers a unique profile as a high-velocity, ground ball pitcher, while Kinley, coming off a solid stretch, could serve as a rental. While bolstering the bullpen remains the primary focus, the Rangers aren't ignoring the possibility of adding a bat, with Eugenio Suárez of the Diamondbacks on their radar. The Rangers must navigate their payroll carefully, particularly in relation to the luxury tax constraints laid out by owner Ray Davis, which complicates potential acquisitions.