The Texas Rangers are gearing up for the All-Star break with the top pitching staff in Major League Baseball, boasting an impressive 3.23 ERA. They may soon welcome back key pieces: Jon Gray and Josh Sborz. Gray, recovering from a fractured wrist suffered during spring training, recently threw a live bullpen session and is likely to embark on a minor league rehab assignment. Sborz, meanwhile, is continuing his rehabilitation from shoulder surgery and could enhance the bullpen with his fastball, which averaged 96.5 mph in previous seasons.

Gray could fit back into the starting rotation, especially with Tyler Mahle and Cody Bradford sidelined for extended periods. His versatility as a past bullpen pitcher might come in handy if needed. On the other hand, Sborz's return would provide a much-needed high-velocity option in the Rangers' relief corps, which currently lacks a consistent fastball threat. The potential reinforcements come as Texas aims to maintain its dominance heading into the second half of the season.