The Texas Rangers face a challenging week as they prepare for a crucial series against the Seattle Mariners while dealing with pitching issues. Jacob deGrom is set to pitch against the Baltimore Orioles, but the Rangers are scrambling for options for their upcoming bullpen game on Tuesday. Nathan Eovaldi could return to bolster the rotation just in time for Friday's matchup. Manager Bruce Bochy emphasizes the importance of not overthinking their pitching strategy, especially with the team's current struggle to stay above .500.

DeGrom's upcoming starts against the last-placed Orioles may provide some respite, but missing out on crucial matchups against the Mariners and potentially the San Diego Padres raises concerns for the Rangers' playoff aspirations. The team relies on Eovaldi's return to stabilize their pitching roster while navigating challenging rotations ahead.