Rangers shut down Jack Leiter after biceps soreness in rehab outing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:05 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Jack Leiter of the Texas Rangers was shut down from throwing after experiencing biceps soreness during a rehab outing with Double-A Frisco on August 28, 2026. The planned two-inning appearance was cut short after he pitched only one inning. Rangers manager Skip Schumaker stated that Leiter's health must be prioritized before determining his ability to return in 2026. The team is considering how to best utilize him moving forward, potentially out of the bullpen, while he undergoes medical treatment.
- •Leiter threw just one inning in a scheduled two-inning outing.
- •He did not return for the second inning due to soreness.
- •The Rangers will monitor his health before deciding on his return.
- •Manager Skip Schumaker discussed potential bullpen role for Leiter.
- 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers shut down Jack Leiter as new issue arises in rehab outing at Double-A Frisco
"Leiter threw only one inning for Double-A Frisco on Wednesday in what was supposed to be a two-inning outing.
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