Texas Rangers face playoff challenges after Nathan Eovaldi injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 11:27 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Texas Rangers announced that Nathan Eovaldi has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right posterior elbow inflammation, retroactive to August 9. With a current record of 59-59, the Rangers are in a tight playoff race, holding the final AL Wild Card spot but only one game ahead of the Detroit Tigers. Eovaldi's absence could complicate the team's postseason hopes as they navigate a crowded race. The organization is hopeful this injury will not be serious and that Eovaldi can return after the minimum absence.
- •Rangers sit at 59-59 in the AL West standings.
- •Eovaldi's injury occurred at a crucial time in the season.
- •Texas holds a slim lead over Detroit for the final AL Wild Card spot.
- •Eovaldi's health is pivotal for both the team and his contract situation.
- •A significant absence could greatly affect the Rangers' postseason chances.
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Texas Rangers’ playoff hopes take massive hit following latest injury news
"The Rangers AL West and AL Wild Card hopes was just dealt a significant blow.
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