The Texas Rangers faced a significant injury setback as Cody Bradford was ruled out for the season, necessitating elbow surgery. Meanwhile, relief pitcher Marc Church has been placed on the IL due to elbow inflammation, raising concerns after a rocky return from a previous injury. Church struggled in his last outing, failing to retire any batters against the Oklahoma City Dodgers. On a more positive note, catcher Malcolm Moore has been activated after recovering from a fractured finger.

Bradford's surgery is being overseen by Dr. Keith Meister, a respected figure in the field of elbow injuries. Church, who impressed during spring training and made the opening day roster, now faces an uncertain path as he seeks to return to form. Moore's return from the IL provides a much-needed boost to the Rangers' catching depth, as they look to navigate through this challenging stretch of the season.

Miguel Vargas is making waves with his recent performance, showcasing the effectiveness of adjustments at the plate. In the week leading up to his recognition as the American League Player of the Week, Vargas hit .417 with four home runs and nine RBIs over six games. This surge follows a rocky start to the season, where he had a .139 average just a month prior. Since making changes to his stance, Vargas has raised his average to .350, ranking among the top players in the AL for multiple offensive categories.

His manager, Will Venable, praised Vargas's dedication to improvement, noting that these adjustments have led to consistent performances. Vargas's journey underscores the importance of trust in one's process, as he aims to continue building on this momentum. The White Sox also welcomed back outfielder Austin Slater from the injured list, adding depth as they navigate a challenging season.

Injury woes have struck the Texas Rangers organization as three pitching prospects have been sidelined. Marc Church, suffering an oblique strain, is projected to miss 7-10 days, while Winston Santos faces a possible out time of 8-10 weeks due to a stress reaction in his lower back. Santos, a standout performer last season, was showing promise with a 3.18 ERA in two starts this season before the injury. Paul Bonziagni rounds out the list with elbow inflammation, with the team awaiting MRI results to assess the severity of his condition.

Church, the 23rd-ranked prospect in the organization, had a brief stint in the majors this season. Santos, previously the fifth-ranked prospect, showcased his potential last year with a solid 3.67 ERA over 110 1/3 innings at the minor league level. Bonziagni, a recent draft pick, also showed promise with a 3.64 ERA last season, further emphasizing the need for depth in the Rangers' pitching lineup as they navigate these injuries.

The Texas Rangers made a strategic move by optioning Marc Church to Triple-A Round Rock and recalling Jake Latz as they seek additional long relief options. Church, who debuted in the majors last season, struggled to establish a consistent role in the bullpen, largely due to command issues, leading to an elevated walk rate. This adjustment is aimed at giving Church the chance for more regular high-leverage innings to hone his skills and regain his form from spring training, where he demonstrated better command. With a reliable late-inning core already in place, the Rangers are positioning themselves to ensure that they can manage short outings effectively and maintain bullpen depth.

Tyler Soderstrom has surged to the top of the MLB home run leaderboard after launching two home runs against the White Sox, bringing his season total to eight. The 23-year-old Athletics first baseman, once a top-60 prospect, is capitalizing on his power in his third MLB season. However, with temperatures dipping to 44 degrees and wind conditions potentially affecting play, Soderstrom faces challenges for his next game.

For Wednesday's MLB slate, expect an array of betting options as all 30 teams are playing. Soderstrom is priced at +520 for another home run at FanDuel, making him an intriguing choice along with other power hitters like Byron Buxton (+420), Corey Seager (+450), and Matt Mervis (+525), each with compelling trends and favorable matchups.