The Texas Rangers will honor Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan with a unique promotional giveaway on May 29: jerseys featuring a bloodstain that matches the iconic uniform from a 1990 game. During that September matchup against the Kansas City Royals, Ryan continued pitching after a sharp-hit ball from Bo Jackson split his lip, requiring six stitches.

Ryan's toughness became legendary that day as he pitched through the injury, striking out eight batters in an eight-inning performance. The blood-soaked white jersey has since become one of baseball's most memorable images of grit and determination. Fittingly, the Rangers will distribute these commemorative jerseys when they face the Royals, recreating the original matchup.

This giveaway is part of a broader celebration of Ryan's legacy with the franchise. The Rangers also plan to distribute bobbleheads on July 20 depicting Ryan's famous 1993 fight with Robin Ventura, when the then-46-year-old pitcher threw a punch at the charging White Sox player. These promotions highlight Ryan's enduring impact on the Rangers organization and baseball culture.