Texas Rangers to host Cincinnati Reds in home opener at Globe Life Field on Friday, April 3 at 3:05 p.m.

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  • Friday, April 3: Home opener and ceremonial first pitch by Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger
  • Saturday, April 4: Dot Race Results bobblehead giveaway and Leon Bridges Theme Night
  • Four of the club’s first six home games to feature promotional item giveaways

Arlington, Texas — The Texas Rangers (4-2) will return to Arlington this weekend for the first homestand of the 2026 season, beginning with the club’s home opener against the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, April 3 at 3:05 p.m. Friday’s contest will mark the Rangers’ seventh opener at Globe Life Field and 55th overall since the franchise moved to Texas in 1972.

The parking lots at Globe Life Field are scheduled to open at 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning, with gates to the ballpark set to open three hours before first pitch at noon.

Tickets to Friday’s home opener and the five other games comprising the club’s first regular season homestand of 2026 are still available online at rangers.com/tickets, over the phone at 972-RANGERS, or in-person at Globe Life Field’s Southeast Box Office. Tickets to all games during this homestand, excluding the Friday home opener against the Reds, can be purchased without additional taxes or fees by using promo code ‘BASEBALLISBACK’ before checkout until 5:00 p.m. CT on Thursday, April 5.

Friday’s home opener is expected to feature a ceremonial first pitch thrown by Dallas Stars goaltender and USA Hockey Olympic gold-medalist, Jake Oettinger, as well as a National Anthem performance by country music star Neal McCoy. Additionally, the first 30,000 fans (21-and-older) in attendance of that afternoon’s game will receive a 2026 Rangers Magnetic Schedule presented by Anheuser-Busch.

Several other promotions and giveaways are scheduled for the club’s first homestand of the 2026 campaign, including:

On Saturday, the Rangers will host a ‘Leon Bridges Theme Night’ in celebration of the Grammy Award-winning recording artist and Fort Worth native. Fans who purchase tickets to Saturday’s game through rangers.com/themenights will receive a limited-edition Leon Bridges bobblehead, which depicts Bridges sporting a Rangers-branded cowboy hat.

All six games of the club’s first homestand of the season, including Friday’s home opener vs. Cincinnati, will air on Rangers Sports Network presented by Progressive (RSN). RSN is available within the Rangers TV territory through select broadcast television, cable, satellite, and digital streaming platforms. For more information, visit rangers.com/tunein.

Fans can also stay connected throughout the season by subscribing to the RSN YouTube channel at youtube.com/@RangersSportsNetwork for game recaps, highlights, interviews, and additional exclusive content.

More information on the Rangers’ 2026 home opener and the first homestand of the season can be found below:

  • Magnetic Schedule Giveaway: The first 30,000 fans in attendance at Friday’s game will receive a Magnetic Schedule presented by Anheuser-Busch (21+).
  • First Pitch: Jake Oettinger – USA Hockey Olympic gold medalist and Dallas Stars goaltender
  • National Anthem: Neal McCoy – Academy of Country Music Award-winning artist
  • Salute the Flag: Large versions of the United States and State of Texas flags will be unfurled in the outfield by Rangers’ season ticket Lone Star members prior to Neal McCoy’s performance of The Star-Spangled Banner.
  • Budweiser Clydesdales: The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales will appear on the field as part of a pre-game Folds of Honor presentation at approximately 2:15 p.m.
  • Leadoff Bud: Actor Awards and Satellite Awards-winning actor Neal McDonough will toast as fans grab a Leadoff Bud for game time.
  • 2023 World Series Trophy: The Commissioner’s Trophy, which was awarded to the club after capturing its first-ever World Series Championship in 2023, will be on display and available for photo opportunities behind section 117 at Globe Life Field on Friday.
  • Arlington Eats: Prince Lebanese Grill will be available in the Arlington Alley food court behind section 141 as part of the Arlington Eats series of rotating local restaurants.
  • Texas 2 Split 50/50 Raffle, presented by Shift4: Proceeds benefit the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation. Raffle tickets will be available to purchase through the sixth inning from stadium sellers or online via the MLB Ballpark app and at Rangers.com/5050.
  • Dot Race Results Bobblehead Giveaway: The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a free Dot Race Results Bobblehead presented by Golden Chick.
  • Theme Night: Leon Bridges Night – Fans who purchased a theme night ticket to Saturday night's game through rangers.com/themenights will receive a Leon Bridges-Texas Rangers crossover bobblehead. Theme night items will be available for pick up at the Northwest Entrance.
  • Lockheed Martin Military Welcome: The Rangers and their partners at Lockheed Martin will recognize United States Navy 2nd Class Petty Officer, Jack Dye, a 101-year-old World War II veteran, during an in-game presentation.
  • Arlington Eats: Prince Lebanese Grill will be available in the Arlington Alley food court behind section 141 as part of the Arlington Eats series of rotating local restaurants.
  • Texas 2 Split 50/50 Raffle, presented by Shift4: Proceeds benefit the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation. Raffle tickets will be available to purchase through the sixth inning from stadium sellers or online via the MLB Ballpark app and at Rangers.com/5050.
  • First Pitch: Brandon Tierney – Emmy Award-winning Sportscaster and host of ‘BT Unleashed’
  • Theme Night**:** Peanuts Night – Fans who purchased a theme night ticket to Sunday’s game through com/themenights will receive the first-ever co-branded bobblehead of Charlie Brown and the Texas Rangers. Theme night items will be available for pick up at the Northwest Entrance.
  • Blue Bell Ice Cream Sunday: Select Blue Bell Ice Cream products will be sold for $1 at several concession locations throughout the ballpark. This offer is only available to children aged 13-and-under.
  • Teremana Sunday Funday Pregame Happy Hour: Fans can enjoy discounted People’s Margaritas ($9.99) at the Teremana Terrace, which is located on the main concourse behind section 134, from the time gates open until first pitch.
  • Arlington Eats: Prince Lebanese Grill will be available in the Arlington Alley food court behind section 141 as part of the Arlington Eats series of rotating local restaurants.
  • Texas 2 Split 50/50 Raffle, presented by Shift4: Proceeds benefit the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation. Raffle tickets will be available to purchase through the sixth inning from stadium sellers or online via the MLB Ballpark app and at Rangers.com/5050.
  • Chenille Crewneck Giveaway: The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a free Chenille Crewneck presented by Choctaw Casino and Resorts (18+).
  • Special Presentation: The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce will recognize its 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 during an on-field presentation prior to Monday night’s game.
  • Theme Night: My Hero Academia Night – Fans who purchased a theme night ticket to Monday night's game through com/themenights will receive a co-branded My Hero Academia / Texas Rangers jersey. Theme night items will be available for pick up at the Northwest Entrance.
  • Arlington Eats: TJ’s Catfish & Wings & BBQ will be available in the Arlington Alley food court behind section 141 as part of the Arlington Eats series of rotating local restaurants.
  • Texas 2 Split 50/50 Raffle, presented by Shift4: Proceeds benefit the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation. Raffle tickets will be available to purchase through the sixth inning from stadium sellers or online via the MLB Ballpark app and at Rangers.com/5050.
  • Family Fun Tuesday Presented by Coca-Cola: Save big at the ballpark with Family Fun Tuesday, presented by Coca-Cola. Your crew can enjoy discounts on ticket prices, parking, food, and drink. Kids aged 13-and-younger can meet select Rangers players at pre-game autograph sessions, presented by Golden Chick. Autograph signing starts at 5:30 p.m., but guests are encouraged to line up as soon as the gates open. The number of autographs is limited.
  • Theme Night: True Brvnd City Connect – Fans who purchased a theme night ticket to Tuesday night's game through com/themenights will receive a True Brvnd City Connect Rangers baseball cap. Theme night items will be available for pick up at the Northwest Entrance.
  • Arlington Eats: TJ’s Catfish & Wings & BBQ will be available in the Arlington Alley food court behind section 141 as part of the Arlington Eats series of rotating local restaurants.
  • Texas 2 Split 50/50 Raffle, presented by Shift4: Proceeds benefit the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation. Raffle tickets will be available to purchase through the sixth inning from stadium sellers or online via the MLB Ballpark app and at Rangers.com/5050.
  • Retro Ceramic Bobblehead Giveaway: The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a Retro Ceramic Bobblehead presented by Chick-fil-A.
  • Dollar Hot Dog Night presented by Texas Chili: $1 hot dogs will be available at select concession stands throughout the ballpark.
  • Arlington Eats: TJ’s Catfish & Wings & BBQ will be available in the Arlington Alley food court behind section 141 as part of the Arlington Eats series of rotating local restaurants.
  • Texas 2 Split 50/50 Raffle, presented by Shift4: Proceeds benefit the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation. Raffle tickets will be available to purchase through the sixth inning from stadium sellers or online via the MLB Ballpark app and at Rangers.com/5050.