SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 48
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the 2010 American League champion Texas Rangers on the
occasion of the first World Series appearance in franchise
history; and
WHEREAS, Originally based in the nation's capital and known
as the Washington Senators, the franchise moved to Arlington
after the 1971 season and began its history as the Texas Rangers;
through the years, the Rangers have appeared in the playoffs
three times prior to the 2010 season; and
WHEREAS, On August 12, 2010, Major League Baseball
unanimously approved the sale of the Texas Rangers from Thomas O.
Hicks to the group known as Rangers Baseball Express, led by
Chuck Greenberg and Nolan Ryan; and
WHEREAS, The 2010 Rangers became the first team in
franchise history to win a playoff series when they defeated the
Tampa Bay Rays three games to two in the American League Division
Series; they went on to avenge three previous playoff series
losses to the New York Yankees by defeating them in six games in
the American League Championship Series to advance to the World
Series; and
WHEREAS, These skilled athletes have demonstrated great
talent, enthusiasm, and perseverance throughout the year;
overcoming a slow start, they ended the regular season with a
record of 90-72, winning the American League West Division; team
members can take great pride in their outstanding performance; and
WHEREAS, Under the superior leadership and expertise of
manager Ron Washington and the entire front office, the Rangers
have developed exceptional teamwork and discipline and have laid
the foundation for continued success in the years to come; and
WHEREAS, The citizens of Arlington and the Dallas-Fort
Worth Metroplex and Texans across the state are proud of the
Rangers for their hard work, their impressive skills, and their
fine sportsmanship; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend the Texas Rangers on their
exceptional season and extend to them congratulations on winning
the American League championship and advancing to the World
Series; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the team as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Harris, Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 25, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate