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Leiter's Playoff Push: Can Rangers Add Pitching Ace?
22 Sep
Summary
- Jack Leiter is throwing bullpens again after a biceps issue.
- Leiter could join the Rangers' playoff roster as a reliever.
- Roster space is limited, requiring difficult player decisions.
The Texas Rangers are assessing the potential return of pitcher Jack Leiter for the postseason, following his recovery from a biceps issue that sidelined him in late August. Leiter recently completed his first bullpen session since being shut down, indicating progress towards a possible playoff role. His ability to be effective as a reliever is the key factor in whether the Rangers will activate him for their playoff run.
Adding Leiter to the active roster presents a complex logistical challenge. As he is on the 60-day injured list, he must be moved to the 40-man and then the 26-man roster. This will require difficult decisions regarding other players, potentially involving moving injured players to the 60-day injured list or designating others for assignment to clear the necessary spots before the postseason roster deadline.
