Rangers' Burger exits game after being hit by pitch on wrist
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:08 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Jake Burger of the Texas Rangers left Saturday night's matchup against the Los Angeles Angels after four innings. He suffered a left wrist contusion when he was hit by a pitch in the third inning. Burger's exit occurred during a critical moment of the game for the Rangers, who were seeking to improve their standing. X-rays on Burger's wrist were reported as clear, suggesting he may avoid any serious injury as the team monitors his condition.
- •Burger left the game after four innings
- •He sustained a left wrist contusion from a pitch
- •X-rays on his wrist returned negative
- •The Rangers are competing for playoff positioning
- •His condition will be monitored by the team
- 2:41 AMESPN MLB — Rangers' Burger hit on wrist by pitch; X-rays clear
"Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger left Saturday night's game against the Los Angeles Angels after four innings with a left wrist contusion after being hit by a pitch in the third inning.
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