Autograph Signings Announced for Texas Rangers Toy Drive On Monday, Dec. 12 at Globe Life Field

By Texas Rangers Communications

Posted on December 12, 2022, December 12, 2022

Editor's Note: This article, originally published Dec. 9, was update Dec.12 with a revised schedule.

The Texas Rangers Toy Drive benefitting Mission Arlington Mission Metroplex will take place at Globe Life Field on Monday, Dec. 12, 2022 from 4 to 7 p.m.

Hosted by Rangers pitcher Jon Gray and his wife Jacklyn, this marks the 12th consecutive year the Rangers have been involved in a holiday initiative that provides toys to children and families in need during the holiday season.

Gray will be joined by fellow Rangers players Taylor Hearn, Jonah Heim, Jonathan Hernandez, Spencer Howard, John King, Mark Mathias, Josh Sborz, Marcus Semien, Josh Smith, and coach Seth Connor in participating in the free autograph sessions. 

Also scheduled to sign autographs are Rangers alumni Mike Bacsik Jr., Steve Buechele, Mark McLemore, David Murphy and Darren Oliver, and broadcasters Matt Hicks, Emily Jones, Eric Nadel, Eleno Ornelas, Dave Raymond and Jared Sandler. Please note that individuals are subject to change.

Texas Rangers Hall of Famers Michael Young (4-5 p.m.) and former infielder Mark McLemore (6-7 p.m.) will be on-site signing copies of the Rangers' 50th-anniversary limited-edition book, 50 Years of Texas Rangers Baseball, which can be purchased in the Grand Slam Team Store as supplies last. Please note that McLemore and Young will be signing the books only.

Fans who bring new, unwrapped toys ($15 value) to Globe Life Field will receive a ticket to a select 2023 Texas Rangers home game. One ticket per person. In addition, individuals who purchase toys for the Toy Drive at the Grand Slam Team Store that day will receive a 15% discount on those items.  

Attendees can visit with Santa Claus, Rangers Captain, enjoy holiday crafts, a face painter, and complimentary refreshments courtesy of Delaware North Sportservice.

Those attending the toy drive can park in Lot B on the north side of Globe Life Field off Randal Mill Road and enter the park through the Grand Slam Team Store. The event will take place on the main concourse. 

The Texas Rangers Toy Drive is supported by Bally Sports Southwest, 105.3 The FAN, CBS 11/TXA 21, 1270AM TUDN Radio and Univision DFW. For more information, visit texasrangers.com/toydrive.