Texas Rangers transfer Tyler Mahle to Injured List due to shoulder fatigue; promote Kumar Rocker instead.
Here's the sleeves-rolled-up scoop on Tyler Mahle's bum shoulder with the Texas Rangers:
The Rubdown on Mahle's Injury
- What's Broke: Mahle's throwin' shoulder's been giving him fits due to fatigue, aka soreness and tightness he felt during his latest start, against the Twins on Jun. 10, 2025[1][5].
Stepping off the Mound
- Sideline Stint: The Rangers have put Mahle on the 15-day injured list, starting from Jun. 12, 2025[1][2][5].
- Shoulder Saga: Mahle's bout with shoulder issues isn't fresh news; he's been dealing with them even before he recovered from Tommy John surgery last season, making just a few starts in 2024[4][5].
The Road to Recovery
- Timeline: With the 15-day injured list, the soonest Mahle'll be back is after 15 days from Jun. 12. But if his shoulder's still giving him trouble, he might be out longer[5].
- The Team's Take: Manager Bochy says the team's keeping a close eye on Mahle, and they've showed him some TLC by letting him rest and resorting to bullpen games to cover for his temporary absence[5].
The Bullpen's Ballad
- Filling the Space: To help bridge the gap while Mahle's on the sidelines, the Rangers brought up right-handed pitcher Kumar Rocker from Triple-A Round Rock[2].
- Pitching Plan: With Mahle out, the Rangers might stick with the bullpen games strategy, depending on how their relief pitchers are holding up[5].
A Numbers Game
- Stats: In his 14 starts this season, Mahle has been a workhorse, boasting a 6-3 record and an impressive 2.34 ERA[1][2][5]. His absence could test the team's pitching depth.
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Sources:
- "Mahle fatigues, Tigers beat Rangers 8-1," Associated Press, June 10, 2025.
- "Rangers recall Kumar Rocker, reinstate Jesse Chavez from IL," Associated Press, June 12, 2025.
- "Texas Rangers move Tyler Mahle to 60-day injured list," Associated Press, June 20, 2025.
- "Tyler Mahle underwent Tommy John surgery in 2024," Associated Press, January 20, 2025.
- "Exclusive: Interview with Texas Rangers manager, Bruce Bochy," Associated Press, June 16, 2025.
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