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Good morning. Kennedi Landry writes that should the Texas Rangers reach the postseason, Jack Leiter might be ready as one final reinforcement. Evan Grant writes that Ezequiel Duran has made a name for himself as The Solution for the Rangers after identifying the problem.

Jack Leiter News / Texas Rangers on SI / September 21

Where Does Jack Leiter Fit if Rangers Win AL West, Make Playoffs?

No potential playoff team is going to turn down healthy pitching. The Texas Rangers are no exception. As the Rangers (78-78) prepare to host the New York Mets and welcome home former second baseman Marcus Semien on Tuesday, they’re still working through whether Jack Leiter can help them.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 20

Rangers Could Get Another Arm Back As AL West Race Reaches Final Week

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jack Leiter threw a bullpen session Sunday morning at Globe Life Field and reached 92 to 93 mph, Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said, his first since arthroscopic surgery on his right ankle in June.

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Rangers-Blue Jays Series Preview, Probable Pitchers, Injured List

For two teams grasping at straws to make the American League playoffs, Friday's series between the Texas Rangers and the Toronto Blue Jays represents a last stand for both squads.

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Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Rangers’ Jack Leiter hoping to return from injury for playoff push

The Texas Rangers are competing with the Houston Astros for first place in the American League West division. Texas is in the AL Wild Card conversation as well.

Texas Rangers News / Lone Star Ball / September 8

Tuesday Morning Texas Rangers Update

Good morning. Shawn McFarland writes that the Texas Rangers need to go on a heater in the season’s final weeks if they want to extend their season into the cooler months.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 5

Jack Leiter Unlikely To Return As Texas Rangers Starter This Season

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jack Leiter has not resumed throwing and will go to Arizona this week to continue his rehab, Kennedi Landry of MLB.com reported Saturday.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 29

Why Jack Leiter’s Path Back to Texas Rangers is Now More Complicated

Texas Rangers injured starting pitcher Jack Leiter was supposed to pitch two innings in his most recent rehab assignment but only pitched one inning. Now we have a better idea why.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter suffers setback in rehab

Rangers right-hander Jack Leiter had been working back from the arthroscopic ankle surgery he underwent in late June, but a potential return is now on hold.

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Good morning, LSB. The Rangers were off yesterday. Evan Grant writes about a huge series against the best team in baseball and why it could have a lasting impact even beyond 2026.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 27

Rangers Could Get Jack Leiter Back With Surprising New Role

The Texas Rangers may soon be able to welcome Jack Leiter back from the injured list, but it could be in a role that no one saw coming when the 2026 season began.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 27

Rangers Now Face More Questions After Jack Leiter’s Rocky Relief Rehab

The Texas Rangers have always thought of Jack Leiter as a starting pitcher. The idea of moving him to the bullpen would be a temporary one. After Wednesday's outing at Triple-A Round Rock, the Rangers may have to rethink what's next with their injured right-hander.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 25

Why Rangers Are Seriously Exploring Jack Leiter Move to Bullpen

The clock is ticking for the Texas Rangers. They lead the American League West, and they need pitching reinforcements. It doesn't matter to them how they get them.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 22

One Factor May Influence if Rangers Return Jack Leiter to Majors Soon

Jack Leiter’s second rehab start wasn’t exactly perfection. But it’s done and now the Texas Rangers must weigh their options. Rangers manager Skip Schumaker usually watches video of every rehab game and he took in Leiter’s.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 21

‘Fastball Was There’: Skip Schumaker Details Next Step For Texas Rangers’ Jack Leiter

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said Friday that the team has not settled on a next step for Jack Leiter. The right-hander will throw a bullpen session this weekend, and a decision will be made from there, according to The Dallas Morning News.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 21

Where Rangers Can Go from Here After Jack Leiter’s Latest Rehab Start

Jack Leiter fell a bit short of one goal on Thursday. The rest of the evening was a bit harder to deal with. The injured Texas Rangers right-hander made his second rehab start on Thursday with Double-A Frisco and the hope was that he would reach up to 65 pitches.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 19

Texas Rangers Have Discussed A Bullpen Return For Jack Leiter As Rotation Thins

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers have had some internal discussion about bringing Jack Leiter back as a reliever, according to The Dallas Morning News.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 14

Jack Leiter Exceeds Initial Goal in First Injury Rehab Game with Round Rock

The Texas Rangers had a target for right-handed pitcher Jack Leiter in his first injury rehab start on Thursday. He exceeded it by just a bit. Leiter started for Triple-A Round Rock, his first game action of any kind since June.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9

Rangers Select Jonah Bride, Move Jack Leiter To 60-Day IL

The Rangers have selected infielder Jonah Bride from Triple-A Round Rock, per a team announcement. They optioned outfielder Alejandro Osuna to Round Rock to make room for Bride on the 26-man roster and moved right-hander Jack Leiter to the 60-day injured list to clear a 40-man spot.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23

Jack Leiter Undergoes Arthroscopic Ankle Surgery

Rangers right-hander Jack Leiter was placed on the 15-day injured list a couple of days ago with a right ankle posterior impingement. It appears he will be out for more than 15 days.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / June 21

Rangers place RHP Jack Leiter (ankle) on 15-day IL

Texas Rangers right-hander Jack Leiter was scheduled to start against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday, but he landed on the 15-day disabled list on Sunday, retroactive to Friday, due to a right ankle impingement.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / June 6

'Rolling' Rangers turn to Jack Leiter in rematch vs. Guardians

The Texas Rangers are getting healthy and hitting their stride as they host the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday in Arlington, Texas. Wyatt Langford and Corey Seager were activated from the injured list on Friday and impacted the Rangers' rally that led to the team's 3-2 win later that night.