As the 2025 Texas Rangers season concludes, we will be reviewing each player who made an appearance in a major league game for the Texas Rangers throughout the season.
Overview: Luke Jackson
Today, we focus on relief pitcher Luke Jackson.
Success and Struggles
The Texas Rangers enjoyed considerable success in 2025, thanks in part to a bullpen composed of various inexpensive, lesser-known relievers. However, not every player met expectations.
A Mixed Reunion
Jackson’s return to the Rangers—a team that drafted him in 2010 but infrequently utilized him—could have been a heartwarming narrative for the 2025 season. After parting ways with the club and proving effective with the Braves, his return held promise for a fulfilling comeback story.
Difficult Start
Assigned the closer role from the beginning, Jackson experienced a rough Opening Day. After striking out to begin the ninth inning, he allowed a walk, an infield single, and a home run, resulting in a 5-2 loss. This inauspicious beginning foreshadowed a challenging season ahead.
Downward Spiral
Despite keeping the closer position for a month, confidence in Jackson waned after a series of poor outings. Notably, a frustrating defeat occurred in San Francisco, where he surrendered a walk-off run after a series of errors. He continued to struggle, facing similarly disappointing results in subsequent games.
A Difficult Transition
Though Jackson had a brief respite where he performed adequately, he ultimately was designated for assignment to make way for a different player. Following his departure from the Rangers, he failed to find stability with the Tigers and later the Mariners, though he managed a decent record in his final outings with Seattle.
End of the Season Stats
In total, Jackson ended the season with a 4.11 ERA over 35 innings across 39 games for the Rangers. After stints with the Tigers and Mariners, his overall season statistics reflected a similar performance. At age 34, he finds himself unsigned, likely seeking a minor league contract with a major league camp invitation—most likely not with the Rangers.
