T.R.'s Memoirs: The Bobby Valentine Era. Part II: Hope fades and ‘V Ball’ comes to an end

The momentum from the 1986 season dissipates quickly, and not even new ownership and Nolan Ryan can produce a postseason breakthrough.

The Rangers had talent from 1987-1992, but it never came together for manager Bobby Valentine (The Associated Press/Mark Duncan).

Editor’s note: T.R. Sullivan covered the Rangers for 32 years and is sharing his memoirs exclusively with readers of this newsletter. This week: a two-part history that examines manager Bobby Valentine’s impact in reversing th…