Rangers sign Santiago Espinal to minor league deal after Seager injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:34 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Texas Rangers signed infielder Santiago Espinal to a minor league contract on July 2, following the placement of shortstop Corey Seager on the injured list due to back pain. Seager's back issues mark his third IL stint this season. Espinal, an All-Star with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2022, can play multiple infield positions excluding first base. This addition aims to bolster the Rangers' infield depth while Seager recovers. Espinal was previously designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Dodgers before opting for free agency.
- •Corey Seager placed on injured list with back pain
- •Santiago Espinal signed to a minor league contract
- •Espinal was an All-Star with the Blue Jays in 2022
- •Rangers manage infield depth amid Seager's absence
- •Espinal previously designated for assignment by Dodgers
- 9:34 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers sign ex-Blue Jays, Dodgers All-Star infielder after Corey Seager injury news
"Texas has made an addition to its infield after Seager's IL trip.
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