GAME OF THE DAY 

Merle Harmon, who brought energy and warmth to theRangers' television booth for most of the 1980s, died Wednesday at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital. 

Ian Kinsler has had some big games at the plate against the Kansas City Royals. 

Ian Kinsler, his uniform smeared from collar to knee with infield dirt, held court on hitting for the cycle and setting a franchise record by collecting six hits in a nine-inning game. 

--2B Ian Kinsler and RF Nelson Cruz each homered, extending the Rangers' streak of games with a home run to start the season to nine. 

The Rangers have serious bullpen issues. 

On a night when every major league player was wearing No. 

Outfield was supposed to be an area of strength for the Yankees. 

Ian Kinsler bolted out of the batter's box as soon as the ball left his bat. 

Ian Kinsler, who had already hit for the cycle, doubled in the eighth to become the second player in Rangers history with six hits in a game. 

Texas Rangers players who have hit for the cycle:Ian Kinsler, April 15, 2009, vs. 

Right-handed reliever Willie Eyre has been activated from the disabled list, providing a potential boost for the Texas Rangers' bullpen. 

Only a week into the season and the Rangers are recasting roles in the struggling bullpen. 

--3B Michael Young, RF Nelson Cruz and 1B Chris Davis all homered for the Rangers on Tuesday. 

The Rangers have serious bullpen issues.