Rangers Place Josh Jung On IL, Recall Josh Smith
The Texas Rangers face a roster challenge as they place Josh Jung on the injured list and recall Josh Smith.
The brief
The Texas Rangers have placed third baseman Josh Jung on the injured list due to a calf strain. Josh Smith has been recalled from Triple-A to take his place.
Coverage from Dallas News, Lone Star Ball, MLB.com, ESPN and MLB Trade Rumors emphasizes the timing of the move, just before the trade deadline. The Rangers are described as being in a "tricky spot." The next steps for the Rangers will depend on Jung's recovery timeline and the team's strategy leading up to the trade deadline.
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Quick answers
Why was Josh Jung placed on the injured list?
Josh Jung was placed on the injured list due to a calf strain.
Who has been recalled to replace Josh Jung?
Josh Smith has been recalled from Triple-A to replace Josh Jung.
What is the significance of this move for the Rangers?
This move comes just before the trade deadline, placing the Rangers in a "tricky spot" according to coverage from Dallas News.
Coverage (5)
- With Josh Jung unable to avoid IL, Rangers stuck in tricky spot just before trade deadline Dallas News · 3h ago
- Jung to the i.l., Smith recalled Lone Star Ball · 3h ago
- Jung heads to IL with calf strain; Smith recalled from Triple-A MLB.com · 3h ago
- Texas Rangers place 3B Josh Jung on IL with calf strain ESPN · 3h ago
- Rangers Place Josh Jung On IL, Recall Josh Smith MLB Trade Rumors · 3h ago
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