Rangers release Jarred Kelenic after brief MLB stint
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:07 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Texas Rangers have released outfielder Jarred Kelenic, who lasted only seven games with the team. Signed in June after being designated for assignment by the White Sox, Kelenic struggled in the majors, collecting just one hit in eight at-bats. Despite his poor performance at the major league level, he had a strong showing in Triple-A, batting.374 with 5 home runs in 27 games. Kelenic, once a top prospect, will now seek opportunities in professional baseball.
- •Kelenic hit.213 with a.539 OPS in 69 MLB plate appearances this season.
- •He was a top-five prospect, originally drafted 6th overall by the Mets in 2018.
- •His recent Triple-A performance included a.374 average and 1.105 OPS.
- •Kelenic will now explore free agency options after his release.
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers release former top-five prospect amid continued MLB struggles
"The 27-year-old's latest MLB stint lasted just seven games.
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