What Happened
The Texas Rangers have announced a series of roster moves impacting their pitching staff. Reliever Ben Peoples was acquired and has joined the team following a trade. Another reliever has undergone surgery, and the team has swapped relievers on the injured list. Starter Jack Leiter is also in the process of recovering from his injury.
In addition to pitching updates, the team has provided information on position players. Outfielder Brandon Nimmo is reportedly progressing well after a recent dive and is expected to be available to play this weekend. However, third baseman Josh Jung was not in the lineup for a game against the Tigers after fouling a ball off his knee.
Key Facts
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Texas Rangers acquired new relief pitcher Ben Peoples.
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A Rangers reliever underwent surgery.
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The team swapped relievers on the injured list.
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Starter Jack Leiter is recovering from an injury.
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Outfielder Brandon Nimmo is progressing well and expected to play this weekend.
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Third baseman Josh Jung was not in the lineup against the Tigers after fouling a ball off his knee.