Rangers Star Burger Nominated for Top Philanthropy Award

Texas Rangers' Jake Burger, known for his impactful philanthropy, has been named a finalist for the Players Choice Philanthropist of the Year Award. This award celebrates extraordinary personal commitment and community impact.

Burger's philanthropic efforts are channeled through the Burger Family Foundation, which he co-founded with his wife. The foundation is dedicated to supporting individuals with Down syndrome, inspired by their own child who has the condition. A key initiative is "The Lucky Ranch," a therapeutic facility for children with Down syndrome.

In addition to the Players Choice Award, Burger is also a finalist for the Roberto Clemente Award, baseball's highest honor for off-the-field work. This marks a significant recognition for his commitment to charitable causes throughout the past season.

Burger's performance on the field during the recent season saw him lead the Rangers in home runs with 28 and RBIs with 90, despite a .228 batting average. This season followed a challenging 2025 where he experienced multiple injured list stints and minor league time.