With the rash of injuries the Texas Rangers sustained in 2025, several young Rangers got the opportunity to enjoy extended playing time, particularly down the stretch when the team was making a push for the postseason.
One of those up-and-comers was Cody Freeman. The 24-year-old from Pomona, California, turned heads while filling in for Marcus Semien at second base, and showed that he has all the tools to make a serious run at the 2026 Rookie of the Year award.
Cody Freeman rarely looked overmatched at the plate
Freeman emerged as a top prospect during his time at Triple-A Round Rock before being called up after hitting .