Boone family's Major League Baseball lineage persists in Texas
After a successful 14-year career in Major League Baseball, Bret Boone has taken on a new role as the hitting coach for the Texas Rangers. The announcement was made in May 2025, following a call from manager Bruce Bochy, a highly successful figure in MLB history with one Manager of the Year award and four World Series titles to his name.
Boone's impressive resume as a player includes three All-Star appearances, four Gold Glove awards, and two Silver Slugger awards. He played for five teams throughout his career, which ended in 2005, and spent the years following his retirement working as a minor league coach, roving instructor, and scout in the Athletics organization.
The Texas Rangers are currently clinging to slim playoff hopes, but are on the brink of elimination. Boone's appointment comes at a crucial time, as the team ranks near the bottom of several categories in 2025, including batting average, on-base percentage, slugging, and runs scored.
Boone's transition from player to coach has been an eye-opening adjustment for him. He appreciates seeing the work his players put in and the results on the field, but acknowledges the lack of control he has as a coach, unable to influence game results.
Boone emphasizes the importance of getting to know his players and developing relationships with them. He finds it surprising that his brother Aaron, who is a Major League manager, gets so worked up about the game, while he relates to his players' emotions, having experienced both success and struggle during his playing career.
Boone's appointment was questioned due to lack of big league coaching experience, but his All-Star appearances, Gold Gloves, and Silver Slugger awards give him instant credibility among his players. He also emphasizes the need to tailor the amount of data he shares with his hitters, recognizing that each player requires a different approach.
Boone is taking advantage of advanced technology to analyze opponents as a coach. He spent hours watching video analysis during his playing days, and this skill will undoubtedly serve him well in his new role. He compares being a hitting coach to watching his own kids play sports, with the added pressure of helping professional athletes reach their full potential.
As the season progresses, fans will be eager to see how Boone's coaching style will impact the Texas Rangers' performance. With his extensive experience as a player and his passion for the game, there's no doubt that he will bring a fresh perspective to the team.
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