Jacob Latz earns All-Star honors for Texas Rangers in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 11:06 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Jacob Latz is the Texas Rangers' representative at the 2026 All-Star Game, held in Philadelphia. Selected as the sole Ranger five years after his MLB debut, Latz transitioned from a starting pitcher to a closer and has made significant contributions this season. He has recorded 18 saves with a 1.61 ERA. Latz's journey to this achievement included overcoming injuries and a challenging collegiate career before being drafted by the Rangers in 2017. This marks a culmination of his persistence as he looks to continue solidifying his role in the team’s bullpen moving forward.
- •Jacob Latz debuts as an All-Star on July 14, 2026.
- •He has a 1.61 ERA and 18 saves this season.
- •Latz has overcome numerous setbacks since being drafted in 2017.
- •His transformation from starter to closer has been vital for the Rangers.
- •Latz is under contract with the Rangers through at least 2030.
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — Texas Rangers’ Jacob Latz takes long road to first All-Star Game
"Left-hander Jacob Latz is the Texas Rangers’ lone representative at the 2026 All-Star Game, five years after his MLB debut and nine years after he was drafted. The Jacob Latz...
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