Wyatt Langford, the Texas Rangers' promising center fielder, has landed on the 10-day injured list with a low-grade oblique strain, marking his second stint on the IL this season. Team president Chris Young noted that the decision was prudent, especially with upcoming off days lessening the impact of his absence. Langford, who leads the Rangers with 13 home runs, last played Tuesday against the Orioles and is facing a timeline that could see him return by July 5.

In a related move, the Rangers activated pitcher Nathan Eovaldi from the injured list, making his start after a month-long recovery from elbow inflammation. Meanwhile, left-hander Cody Bradford recently underwent season-ending surgery, but the procedure’s success offers hope for a quicker recovery than anticipated, allowing him to return after about 10-12 months. Bradford, who had been expected to contribute to the rotation, now faces a long road to recovery but remains in high spirits.