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Rangers Trade World Series Infielder for Pitcher
3 Aug
Summary
- Josh Smith traded to Toronto Blue Jays for Adam Macko.
- Smith, a 2023 World Series infielder, lost MLB job due to injury.
- This is the second trade for the Rangers before the deadline.
The Texas Rangers have traded infielder Josh Smith to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for right-handed pitcher Adam Macko. This transaction aims to bolster the Rangers' pitching staff.
Smith, who was part of the Rangers' 2023 World Series championship team, had been playing at Triple-A Round Rock. His Major League tenure was impacted by two injuries in May and a bout with viral meningitis. Ezequiel Duran's strong performance in the infield led to Smith being relegated to the minor leagues.
This marks the second trade for the Rangers leading up to the Monday trade deadline. Last week, the team acquired pitcher Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O'Hoppe from the Los Angeles Angels. While initial moves indicated a buyer's stance, recent rumors suggest the Rangers may become sellers.
Smith was originally acquired from the New York Yankees in 2021 as part of the package for Joey Gallo. He had established a utility role and won the American League Silver Slugger as a utility player in 2024, but his offensive production has seen a decline in the past two seasons.
