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The Texas Rangers stand at a crossroads as the August 3 trade deadline looms — will they buy or sell? A top name in the rumor mill? Willson Contreras, the power-hitting first baseman with the Red Sox. He’s a proven slugger with elite on-base skills and improving defense — but at 34, his prime may be fading. His hefty contract and no-trade clause add layers of risk, especially with Jake Burger already providing solid, affordable production at first. The Rangers would need to part with top prospects to land him — a move that demands serious confidence he’ll stay relevant. The decision hinges on whether they’re willing to gamble on a late-career surge or stick with their current, cost-effective roster.

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