It took an extra day after a rainout but Jacob deGrom made his 2025 spring debut on March 8 against the Royals. deGrom threw 31 pitches in his first start, hitting the upper-90s with his fastball as the Rangers’ ace looks for a healthy year for the first time since the shortened 2020 season.

SURPRISE, Ariz. - It was worth the wait. Maybe not two years’ worth. But certainly two weeks' worth of exhibitions plus another day due to a rainout. And, hey, about the two years: If the Rangers get peak Jacob deGrom this season,

Two-time Cy Young winner Jacob deGrom is working toward a comeback in 2025. The Texas Rangers ace was perfect in two innings of work during his spring training debut Saturday in an exhibition against the Kansas City Royals.