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Rangers' Jake Burger Honors Daughter with No. 21

1/19/2025

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Jake Burger, the Texas Rangers' new infielder, proudly dons No. 21 this season to honor his daughter, Penelope, who was born with Down syndrome. This number represents awareness for the condition. In a heartfelt commitment, Burger will also establish a foundation to support Down syndrome and will temporarily step away from spring training for Penelope's heart surgery.

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Jake Burger, the Texas Rangers' new infielder, proudly dons No. 21 this season to honor his daughter, Penelope, who was born with Down syndrome. This number represents awareness for the condition. In a heartfelt commitment, Burger will also establish a foundation to support Down syndrome and will temporarily step away from spring training for Penelope's heart surgery.