The Bruce Bochy era in Arlington has officially come to an end. On September 29, the Texas Rangers and their veteran manager mutually agreed to part ways after three seasons, bringing to a close a partnership that had delivered both triumph and frustration.
Bochy’s tenure will forever be linked to the Rangers’ first championship. In 2023, his debut season, he guided Texas to its long-awaited World Series crown, cementing his legacy as one of the game’s most outstanding leaders. But sustaining that success proved difficult. The Rangers slipped to 78–84 in 2024 and leveled off at 81–81 in 2025, marking the first .500 finish in franchise history but another year outside the postseason picture.
Overall, Bochy went 249–237 in Texas, with one playoff berth and one championship. For his career, he owns 2,252 victories, ranking sixth all-time, and is one of just six managers to win four World Series titles. While his contract was expiring, the Rangers offered him an advisory role in the front office — though Bochy has yet to decide whether to accept. At 70, he could also step into retirement, focus on his Hall of Fame candidacy, or explore opportunities elsewhere.
For Texas, the focus now turns to finding a successor capable of carrying the club into its next competitive window. The Rangers have a roster filled with talent, but need a steady voice to guide them through expectations and the grind of a long season.
Several names stand out as potential fits:
- Skip Schumaker, the former Marlins manager and current Rangers executive, has been mentioned as a leading candidate. With prior MLB managerial experience and familiarity with Texas’ front office, he could step in seamlessly.
- Luis “Pipe” Urueta: The Rangers’ bench coach, who briefly managed the Marlins in 2024, brings energy, international connections, and trust inside the clubhouse.
- Tony Beasley: A longtime Rangers coach and respected figure within the organization, Beasley represents continuity and stability at a critical moment.
- Robinson Chirinos: The former Rangers catcher, now coaching in Baltimore, could offer a player’s perspective and natural rapport with pitchers and position players alike.
The Rangers may also consider external options if ownership wants a bold reset, but internal continuity appears to be the strongest theme in early speculation.
Replacing a manager of Bochy’s caliber is no easy task. Yet with the right hire, Texas can build on the foundation he established and aim for more than a one-time championship.
As the Bochy chapter closes, the Rangers’ next managerial choice will determine whether their 2023 title was a singular breakthrough or the beginning of something much bigger.