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Paddack, Ross, Kelenic Reject Rangers Assignments
3 Jul
Summary
- Ross, Paddack, and Kelenic rejected outright assignments.
- Paddack spent less than four days with the club this time.
- Kelenic batted 1-for-8 in his brief seven-game stint.
As of July 3, 2026, three players have opted for free agency after rejecting outright assignments from the Texas Rangers. Veteran pitchers Joe Ross and Chris Paddack, along with outfielder Jarred Kelenic, are no longer with the team.
Paddack's time with the Rangers was notably brief, spanning less than four days. He had recently pitched in a relief role before being designated for assignment. This season has seen him with multiple teams, including the Miami Marlins, Cincinnati Reds, and now the Rangers.
Ross, also a veteran pitcher, made five appearances for Texas, allowing four earned runs over eight innings. Kelenic, a former high-profile prospect, began the year with the Chicago White Sox before joining the Rangers. His performance with Texas was limited, batting just 1-for-8 across seven games.
In related team moves, the Rangers selected pitcher Ben Peoples from Triple-A Round Rock, optioned pitcher Winston Santos, and transferred pitcher Jordan Montgomery's rehab assignment. Peoples, acquired earlier in the week, could potentially make his major league debut.
