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SEATTLE — Jacob deGrom retired the first 15 batters he faced Thursday afternoon at T-Mobile Park and struck out 12 in 6 scoreless innings. In the seventh inning, after deGrom had left with a 3-0 lead, Julio Rodríguez hit a three-run homer off Jakob Junis, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 4-3.

Texas Rangers News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 10

Jakob Junis Named Among Top Free Agent Relievers As Rangers Option Looms

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Rangers right-hander Jakob Junis was named among the top relievers in this winter’s free agent class Thursday in an early outlook on the market from ESPN’s Jeff Passan.

Athletics News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 17

Zack Gelof Homers Off Jakob Junis As Texas Rangers Drop Series Finale To Athletics 5-2

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Jakob Junis left a 2-2 pitch over the middle of the plate with one out in the seventh inning Sunday. Zack Gelof hit it 403 feet into the right-center-field bullpen for a two-run home run.

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Rangers activate RHP Jakob Junis from injured list

The Texas Rangers activated right-hander Jakob Junis from the 15-day injured list Saturday, bringing back one of their most reliable bullpen arms before their game against the Athletics.

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Rangers Place Jakob Junis On Injured List

The Rangers announced that right-hander Jakob Junis has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to July 29, with a left adductor strain. Right-hander Winston Santos has been recalled in a corresponding move.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / July 18

Rangers Activate Jakob Junis from Injured List to Bolster Depleted Bullpen

The Texas Rangers waited one day after the start of the second half of the season to activate one of their top relievers. The Rangers activated right-hander Jakob Junis from the 15-day injured list in advance of Saturday’s game, per a team announcement.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / July 4

Rangers activate RHP Chris Martin, place RHP Jakob Junis on IL

The Texas Rangers activated right-hander Chris Martin from the injured list on Saturday and placed right-hander Jakob Junis on the IL retroactive to Wednesday.

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Rangers lose pitcher to IL before Tigers game

The Texas Rangers placed right-hander Jakob Junis on the 15-day injured list with a right hip impingement before Saturday’s game against the Detroit Tigers, dealing another setback to an already-thin bullpen.

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Texas Rangers lineup for May 11, 2026

Texas Rangers lineup for May 11, 2026 against the Arizona Diamondbacks: starting pitchers are Jakob Junis for the Rangers and Michael Soroka for the D-Backs.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 8

Rangers Free Agent Starter Worth Re-Signing with Potential Comeback

The Texas Rangers still have a handful of former players floating around in free agency. While these players continue exploring their options, the Rangers have signed a few free agents in the meantime, namely Danny Jansen and Jakob Junis.

MLB News / Lone Star Ball / January 27

Dom Hamel claimed by Yankees

The New York Yankees have claimed pitcher Dom Hamel on waivers from the Texas Rangers, it was announced today. The Rangers had designated Hamel for assignment to make room on the 40 man roster for newly signed reliever Jakob Junis.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 25

How Jakob Junis Fits Successful Rangers Bullpen Philosophy

The Texas Rangers have developed a solid approach to acquiring relievers on one-year deals and getting the most of out them. Last year the Rangers built a bullpen with veterans who were cast off by other teams and that collection had one of the best ERAs in baseball.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 23

Two Young Pitchers Who Could Help Strengthen Rangers’ Bullpen Depth

The Texas Rangers aimed to enhance their pitching staff for the 2026 season. Recently, they signed veteran reliever Jakob Junis and also acquired Alexis Diaz earlier in the offseason.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 20

Rangers Designate Dom Hamel For Assignment

The Rangers announced that right-hander Dom Hamel has been designated for assignment. That’s the corresponding move for right-hander Jakob Junis, whose one-year deal with Texas is now official.

Athletics News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 19

Former Cincinnati Reds Pitcher Signs With Texas Rangers

Former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Jakob Junis signed a one-year, $4 million deal with the Texas Rangers. Junis, 33, was traded to the Reds at the trade deadline in 2024 in a deal that saw Frankie Montas go to the Brewers and had an ERA of 2.85 in 14 games, including five starts.

MLB News / The Forkball / January 19

Texas Rangers Add Jakob Junis as Bullpen Reshaping Continues

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MLB News / Field Level Media / January 18

Reports: Rangers signing veteran RHP Jakob Junis to 1-year deal

The Texas Rangers are adding veteran right-hander Jakob Junis on a one-year, $4 million contract, according to multiple reports Sunday night. Junis, who began his career as a starter with the Kansas City Royals in 2017, worked exclusively out of the bullpen in 2025 in Cleveland.

MLB News / Field Level Media / February 16, 2025

Guardians add RHP Jakob Junis on 1-year deal

The Cleveland Guardians added right-hander Jakob Junis on Sunday with a one-year, $4.5 million deal. Junis, 32, was a combined 4-0 with a career-best 2.69 ERA in 24 appearances (six starts) with the Milwaukee Brewers and Cincinnati Reds last season.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 14, 2025

Report: Former Reds Pitcher Jakob Junis Signing With Cleveland Guardians

Former Reds pitcher Jakob Junis is signing a one-year, $4.5 million deal with the Cleveland Guardians according to ESPN's Kiley McDaniel. The Reds acquired Junis last July from the Brewers when they sent Frankie Montas to Milwaukee.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 31, 2024

Trade Analysis: What Pitcher Jakob Junis Brings to the Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds made a stunning trade sending Frankie Montas to the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday. They received two players, including Jakob Junis. The veteran reliever has been reliable.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / April 22, 2024

Brewers Pitcher Jakob Junis Alert and Responsive After Being Hit in Neck During Batting Practice

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed pitcher Jakob Junis was hit in the neck by a batted ball while the Pittsburgh Pirates took batting practice on the field at PNC Park prior to Monday night’s matchup.

MLB News / San Francisco Giants on SI / February 9, 2024

Brewers sign former Giants pitcher to one-year, $7 million deal

The Milwaukee Brewers added to their pitching staff last week by signing former SF Giants right-hander Jakob Junis to a one-year, $7 million deal. Junis was a consistent contributor for the Giants from 2022-2023 and inked a uniquely structured deal with Milwaukee after becoming a free agent.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / February 6, 2024

Milwaukee Brewers Agree to Contract With Former Giants, Royals Pitcher

The Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to a contract with veteran right-handed pitcher Jakob Junis, ESPN's Kiley McDaniel reported Monday night. The deal is still pending a physical.

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