Arlington, Texas — The Texas Rangers and Rangers Sports Network presented by Progressive (RSN) are proud to announce that RSN has been nominated for five 2026 Lone Star Sports Emmy® Awards, including a Special Achievement Award for Sports Excellence. A full list of nominations can be found below:
- Special Achievement Award: Sports Excellence
- Live Sporting Event Season
- Live Sports Producer (Patrick Modrovsky)
- Sports Analyst – Studio (Elvis Andrus)
- Sports Program – Anchor or Host (Jared Sandler)
“Since Rangers Sports Network began operations prior to the 2025 season, our team has worked tirelessly to build a premier broadcast experience for Rangers fans,” said Angie Swint, Rangers Senior Vice President, Broadcasting & Executive Producer, Rangers Sports Network. “We are honored by this recognition from the Lone Star Emmy Awards and incredibly proud of what our team has accomplished together.”
Rangers Sports Network has delivered an industry-leading television presentation for Rangers fans since its launch in 2025. Home game broadcasts feature more than 30 cameras and feeds, including 16 game cameras, nine ancillary cameras, and seven MLB-provided replay and enhanced feeds. Every home telecast also incorporates specialty technology such as WireCam, Home Plate DirtCam, and an on-field Megalodon RF camera.
The network's innovative pregame and postgame coverage, which uniquely leverages both television and radio talent, has averaged more than 60,000 impressions over the last two seasons, a 50%* increase from 2024.
*Source: Nielsen Local TV View, Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX DMA, L+SD, HH Impressions & Ratings, P2+ Impressions & Ratings, 3.1.2024 - 10.1.2024, 3.1.2025 – 10.1.2025 and, 3.1.2026-7.20.2026.
This year’s award winners will be announced on Monday, August 24, at the Lone Star Chapter Sports Emmy® Awards hosted at Echo Lounge & Music Hall in Dallas.
SUBSCRIBER MIGRATION TO BZZR: Rangers Sports Network also released subscriber migration data from the network’s transition to a new direct-to-consumer provider, BZZR (pronounced ‘buzzer’).
As of this afternoon, over half of the network’s former direct-to-consumer distributor's season-long and monthly subscribers have transitioned to BZZR since the provider change announcement on July 15.
According to BZZR, last weekend’s telecasts of the three-game series between the Rangers and Atlanta Braves at Truist Park, the first RSN broadcasts carried on the platform, generated over 112,000 total impressions.
"We are grateful to the many Rangers fans who watched this weekend's games on BZZR and appreciate everyone's patience as we continue the work of adding all the access pathways and functionality that fans expect,” said Chairman of Rangers Sports Media and Entertainment Company Neil Leibman. “We understand that it has not been an easy transition for some, but I can assure you that both Rangers and BZZR staff are devoting significant time and effort to bringing fans the viewing experience they deserve."
For assistance with transferring a subscription to BZZR, accessing the application, or creating a new account, fans can contact BZZR’s customer service representatives over the phone at (401) 903-2997 or via email at txrangers@bzzr.com.
About Rangers Sports Network presented by Progressive
Rangers Sports Network presented by Progressive (RSN) is a company formed as the exclusive local television home of the Texas Rangers, overseeing production and distribution of the game broadcasts. Rangers Sports Network is available within the Rangers TV territory through select broadcast television, cable, satellite, and digital streaming platforms. RSN encompasses all aspects of game production, including the selection of on-air talent, camera and audio resources, direction of broadcast technical aspects, and behind-the-scenes staffing. RSN's production capabilities will also be utilized in content creation for in-game elements and other potential placements. For more information on availability in your area, visit rangers.com/tunein.
About BZZR
BZZR is reimagining the future of sports media as the first verified all-sports digital platform, uniting live games, creator-driven content, and real-time fan community in one destination. By giving athletes, personalities, and teams full control of their content, audience, and revenue, BZZR creates new opportunities for creators while delivering fans exclusive content, behind-the-scenes coverage, direct athlete engagement, daily programming, and premium experiences unlike anywhere else.