Rangers desire for defensive upgrades doesn’t bode well for Evan Carter

The Texas Rangers are seeking defensive upgrades at center field and catcher, according to MLB Network's Jon Morosi. That's not great news for Rangers center fielder Evan Carter, whose best attribute is his defense. Carter is unlikely to be ready for Opening Day after undergoing hip surgery. Morosi's report suggests the Rangers expect Carter to miss more than a few weeks of the 2027 season, or they're ready to move on from him entirely.

Wyatt Langford is an exceptional defensive center fielder, so the Rangers could add a strong defensive corner outfielder and have Langford hold down center field while Carter is sidelined. That could be a more permanent situation if the Rangers decide to move…