The Texas Rangers have placed catcher Kyle Higashioka on the 10-day injured list due to a mild left intercostal strain. The injury was retroactive to when Higashioka missed a game against the Athletics because of sore ribs. In response, the Rangers recalled right-hander Caleb Boushley from Triple-A Round Rock. Tucker Barnhart, who was selected from Round Rock, took over as the starting catcher for the series finale against Oakland. Higashioka, who joined Texas on a two-year deal, has a batting average of .254 with one home run and eight RBIs across 17 games this season. Meanwhile, Boushley has struggled in his previous appearances for Texas, allowing five runs across 7.2 innings this season.

Dane Dunning made headlines by securing the first save of his career during a dominant 15-2 victory over the Athletics, pitching the final three innings. However, just a day later, he was designated for assignment by the Texas Rangers, raising eyebrows about the volatile nature of relief pitching.

In a related update, Kyle Higashioka reported hamstring tightness, leaving the Rangers short on catchers. To mitigate this issue, the organization has brought in veteran Tucker Barnhart from Triple-A Round Rock. Though not a strong hitter, Barnhart's defensive skills will provide a necessary buffer for starter Jonah Heim. This move comes as the Rangers navigate potential salary concerns while trying to remain competitive.