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Elias Diaz Elias Diaz Resting Saturday
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 3:28 PM
Diaz is not in Texas' starting lineup against Seattle on Saturday.
Analysis: Diaz will get a breather after going 2-for-4 in Friday's 5-4 win over the Mariners. Austin Wynns will serve behind home plate Saturday and bat ninth while forming a battery with right-hander Nathan Eovaldi. |
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Jake Burger Jake Burger Sitting Saturday
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 3:27 PM
Burger is not in the Rangers' starting lineup against the Mariners on Saturday.
Analysis: Burger will take a seat after going 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI during Texas' 5-4 win over Seattle on Friday. Joc Pederson will start at first base while Alejandro Osuna serves as the designated hitter. |
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Josh Smith Josh Smith Back with big club
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 3:25 PM
The Rangers recalled Smith from Triple-A Round Rock on Saturday.
Analysis: Since being optioned to Triple-A on July 9, Smith has gone 7-for-34 (.206) with two steals and one RBI. However, he'll return to the big club to fill the void on the 26-man roster left by Josh Jung, who was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left calf strain. Smith will return to major-league action immediately, as he's starting at third base and batting eighth against the Mariners on Saturday. |
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Josh Jung Josh Jung Placed on 10-day injured list
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 3:19 PM
The Rangers placed Jung on the 10-day injured list Saturday, retroactive to Wednesday, due to a left calf strain.
Analysis: Jung has been dealing with a left calf injury that he picked up against the White Sox on Tuesday. There was hope that he would be cleared to return to the lineup this weekend, but the injury is severe enough for Jung to warrant a stint on the injured list. The Rangers should have a better sense of Jung's recovery timeline once he undergoes further tests, but the team is hopeful that he'll be ready to return next weekend against the Astros, per Jeff Wilson of AllDLLS.com. Josh Smith was recalled from Triple-A Round Rock in a corresponding move. |
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Ezequiel Duran Ezequiel Duran Filling in at hot corner
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 11:09 AM
Duran started at third base and went 1-for-4 with a run scored in Friday's 5-4 win over Seattle.
Analysis: Duran made a second consecutive start at third base, while Josh Jung tends to sore calf. The injury was not considered serious when Jung left Tuesday's game, but the Rangers held him out of Wednesday's game, figuring he'd be ready to go after Thursday's off day. He tested the injury Friday, per Jeff Wilson of AllDLLS.com, and was unable to go full speed. Wilson added the Rangers will probably need to make a decision about placing Jung on the injured list Saturday. However it plays out, Duran is expected to fill in at third base for as long as needed. He's hit safely in four straight games. |
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Wyatt Langford Wyatt Langford Homers in win
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 10:12 AM
Langford went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 5-4 win over the Mariners.
Analysis: Langford put the Rangers on top early with a first-inning home run. It was his third long ball in the last five games and fourth in 11 contests since he returned from the injured list July 9. Langford's up to 12 homers, 28 RBI, 32 runs scored and seven steals through 51 games in 2026. |
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Jake Burger Jake Burger Key contributions to win
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 10:07 AM
Burger went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Friday's 5-4 win over Seattle.
Analysis: Burger stood out on offense for the Rangers, who began a critical three-game set against the team chasing them in the AL West. He twice delivered go-ahead runs for Texas. His two-run homer in the fourth inning gave the team a 3-1 lead, before a run-scoring single in the sixth put them up 4-3. Burger leads the club with 18 homers and 64 RBI. |
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Cody Bradford Cody Bradford Hits three innings in rehab start
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 9:55 AM
Bradford (elbow) struck out four and allowed three hits and no walks across three innings in a rehab start Friday with Double-A Frisco.
Analysis: Since resuming his rehab assignment July 12, Bradford has now tacked on an inning to his workload in his subsequent two starts. Overall, the southpaw has yielded one earned run on four hits and two walks while striking out nine across six innings. He built up to 48 pitches (39 strikes) in Friday's outing, so Bradford will likely need to push his pitch count up to the 70-to-80 range over the course of two more rehab starts before coming back from the 60-day injured list and slotting into the Texas rotation. Bradford has been on the shelf all season while recovering from the internal brace surgery he underwent last June and a setback that cropped up during his initial rehab assignment back in April. |
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Jordan Montgomery Jordan Montgomery Making next rehab start Saturday
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 9:47 AM
Montgomery will make the seventh start of his rehab assignment Saturday in the first game of Triple-A Round Rock's doubleheader with Albuquerque, Jeff Wilson of AllDLLS.com reports.
Analysis: After turning in a 2.25 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 11:0 K:BB in 12 innings across his first five rehab starts between Round Rock and Double-A Frisco, Montgomery was roughed up for six earned runs on seven hits over 2.2 innings in his most recent outing with the Triple-A club last weekend. Montgomery was still able to reach 53 pitches in that appearance, and if he's able to build on that workload Saturday, he could be cleared to return from the 60-day injured list during the upcoming week. Montgomery has been on the shelf all season while recovering from UCL surgery, which he underwent last March. |
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Peyton Gray Peyton Gray Earns win in relief
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 8:45 AM
Gray (5-0) earned the win Friday against the Mariners after pitching a scoreless sixth inning, allowing one hit and striking out two. He did not issue a walk.
Analysis: Gray entered the game in the sixth inning, and while he gave up a single to Cole Young, he closed out the inning by striking out Luke Raley and Colt Emerson. Gray needed just 14 pitches (12 strikes) to complete the frame, and the 31-year-old right-hander has been pitching well of late. He's held the opposition scoreless in six of his nine relief appearances this month, including each of the last three. |
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MacKenzie Gore MacKenzie Gore Goes five innings in no-decision
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 8:42 AM
Gore didn't factor into the decision Friday against Seattle, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks across five innings. He struck out five.
Analysis: Gore avoided what would've been his third loss since the beginning of July, but the fact remains the veteran has been trending in the wrong direction lately. This marks the fourth time across five outings this month in which he gave up at least three earned runs, and he has failed to pitch more than five innings in all but one of those contests, too. Gore owns an inflated 7.66 ERA with a 1.50 WHIP across 24.2 innings in five starts in July. His next outing is scheduled to come against the Rays on the road. |
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Jacob Latz Jacob Latz Notches 20th save
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 8:34 AM
Latz earned his 20th save of the season Friday against the Mariners. He allowed one run on one hit and struck out one without a walk over one inning.
Analysis: Latz needed 21 pitches (16 strikes) to close out the game Friday. Even though he allowed a double to Colt Emerson, who later scored on a wild pitch with two outs, Latz got the job done by retiring Julio Rodriguez on a groundout. Latz has converted each of his last 15 save opportunities, posting a 1.48 ERA and 0.70 WHIP across 24.1 innings in 19 appearances over that stretch. |
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Josh Jung Josh Jung Could go on IL
Fri, Jul 24, 2026, 5:22 PM
Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said that Jung (calf) was unable to run at full speed prior to Friday's game against Seattle, Jeff Wilson of AllDLLS.com reports.
Analysis: Schumaker said the Jung was running at "half-speed" as a result of a left calf injury that Jung picked up Tuesday against the White Sox. The injury is severe enough that the veteran third baseman may need a stint on the IL, and Wilson suggests that a decision from the Rangers could come as soon as Saturday. Ezequiel Duran is starting at third base Friday and could continue to see more reps at the hot corner for as long as Jung is sidelined. |
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Corey Seager Corey Seager Sees live at-bats Friday
Fri, Jul 24, 2026, 5:03 PM
Seager (back) took four at-bats in a simulated live batting practice Friday, Kennedi Landry of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Seager landed on the 10-day injured list July 1 due to lower-back inflammation, but he's steadily progressing in his recovery. He's expected to log at least one more live batting practice before the Rangers' medical staff deliberates on a rehab assignment for the veteran shortstop. Seager had a .666 OPS with one steal, 10 home runs and 25 RBI across 219 plate appearances prior to his injury. |
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Jack Leiter Jack Leiter Slated for more-intense mound work
Fri, Jul 24, 2026, 3:35 PM
Leiter (ankle) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session with more intensity Saturday, Jeff Wilson of AllDLLS.com reports.
Analysis: Leiter underwent surgery one month ago to remove a loose body from his right ankle region. He resumed mound work over the All-Star break and will try throwing with more effort this weekend. If that goes well, Leiter can get the go-ahead to continue a throwing progression. The Rangers have not revealed a timeline for the righty, but he is several weeks away from a return. |
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Anthony Veneziano Anthony Veneziano Signs with Rangers on MiLB pact
Fri, Jul 24, 2026, 3:22 PM
The Rangers signed Veneziano to a minor-league contract Friday, Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Veneziano had been pitching in the Korea Baseball Organization, where he posted a 6.10 ERA in 16 starts for the SSG Landers. The lefty will give Texas some experienced depth at Triple-A Round Rock. |
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Josh Jung Josh Jung Remains out of lineup
Fri, Jul 24, 2026, 3:06 PM
Jung (calf) remains out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Mariners.
Analysis: Jung was removed from Tuesday's game versus the White Sox with left calf tightness. He sat out Wednesday and the Rangers had an off day Thursday, but Jung still isn't ready to rejoin the lineup. Ezequiel Duran will again fill in at third base. |
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Corey Seager Corey Seager May face live pitching
Thu, Jul 23, 2026, 7:39 AM
Seager (back) could begin live batting practice sessions this weekend, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Seager continues to progress through his rehab from lower-back inflammation. He's moved from hitting off a tee to soft toss and machine work in the batting cage, while also taking groundballs and running the bases. Facing pitchers will be the next step, presumably followed by a rehab assignment. |
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Jacob Latz Jacob Latz Appears in non-save situation
Thu, Jul 23, 2026, 7:32 AM
Latz struck out one and retired all three batters faced in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to the White Sox.
Analysis: Latz threw 14 pitches (10 strikes) in a non-save situation after not having pitched since Saturday. It appears manager Skip Schumaker didn't want his All-Star closer getting rusty. The Rangers are off Thursday, and Latz will be available as normal when the club returns to action Friday against Seattle. |
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Cam Cauley Cam Cauley Hits first big-league homer
Wed, Jul 22, 2026, 10:32 PM
Cauley went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a hit-by-pitch in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to the White Sox.
Analysis: Cauley took Anthony Kay deep in the second inning to get the Rangers on the board. This was Cauley's first major-league homer, coming in his 15th game, and it also accounted for his first RBI. He's batting .273 with an .853 OPS and eight runs scored, and he's added two doubles and a triple over 38 plate appearances. For now, Cauley appears to be firmly locked into a short-side platoon role, sharing center field with Evan Carter. |
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