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Rangers Bolster Roster Ahead of Rule 5 Draft
19 Nov
Summary
- Rangers add Davalillo, Lopez, and Ortiz to 40-man roster.
- Roster now stands at 38 players before Rule 5 Draft deadline.
- Davalillo impressed with a 2.44 ERA in 107 innings pitched.
- Lopez returned strong in 2025 after injury.
- Ortiz had a stellar second half after repeating AA.
The Texas Rangers have finalized key roster moves, purchasing the contracts of pitchers David Davalillo and Leandro Lopez, and first baseman Abimelec Ortiz. These strategic acquisitions bring the team's 40-man roster to 38 players, just before the crucial Rule 5 Draft deadline.
Pitcher David Davalillo, a 23-year-old right-hander, was a lock for the roster, posting a 2.44 ERA over 107 innings with 126 strikeouts. Teammate Leandro Lopez, also 23, returned strongly in 2025 after a shortened 2024, delivering a 2.40 ERA in 101 innings.
First baseman Abimelec Ortiz, a left-handed hitter, impressed with a powerful second half in 2025, earning a promotion to AAA Round Rock. There, he slashed .283/.388/.565, showcasing his offensive potential after repeating AA.
