Texas Rangers Taking Smart Approach To Return of Injured Starting Pitcher
The Texas Rangers have dealt with a string of injuries to their starting rotation, but they’re taking a cautious approach and not rushing anyone back.
Manager Bruce Bochy is wisely managing the situation, as the team appears to be taking a wait-and-see stance at the trade deadline—neither fully committing to buying nor selling.
Despite the setbacks, the Rangers’ rotation has been a strength, posting a 3.14 ERA—second-best in the majors as of June 19—which has helped keep their 2025 season on track.
This strong pitching has kept the Rangers in the mix for an American League Wild Card spot, but the toll of injuries is starting to become evident.
Still, Texas isn’t planning to rush back standout pitcher Tyler Mahle, who landed on the 15-day injured list on June 15 due to tightness in his right shoulder.
Mahle informed team medical staff following his June 10 outing against the Minnesota Twins, a game in which he once again failed to pitch into the sixth inning.
In his June 10 outing, Mahle surrendered 10 hits and four earned runs over 5.2 innings. That matched the eight earned runs he gave up across 34.1 innings in May—this time in just 11 innings pitched in June.
According to Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News (subscription required), the Rangers are still weighing their options regarding Mahle’s recovery and have essentially placed him in a holding pattern as they decide on the next steps.
The right-hander hasn’t thrown since being placed on the IL four days ago, and with ongoing evaluations, there’s still no clear timeline for his return.
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