Rangers suffer another Langford injury blow in bid to build momentum
Dallas News • • sports
Key Points:
- Texas Rangers left fielder Wyatt Langford was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain, expected to sideline him past the All-Star break, disrupting the team's momentum during a crucial part of the season.
- Langford had been the Rangers' hottest hitter since returning from a forearm strain, batting .317 with seven home runs, and his injury is a significant setback given his impact on the team's offensive performance.
- This marks Langford’s sixth soft tissue injury-related IL stint in just over three MLB seasons, highlighting ongoing durability concerns despite his effort and commitment to staying on the field.
- The Rangers had hoped to field their best defensive alignment with Langford and Corey Seager together, but Seager's recent return was short-lived as Langford's injury forced adjustments again.
- Manager Skip Schumaker expressed frustration over Langford's injury, emphasizing the player's hard work and the team's resilience despite the challenges posed by injuries to key players.
