Eovaldi anchored Texas’ rotation in 2025, posting a 11-3 mark with a 1.73 ERA and 0.85 WHIP across 130 innings in 22 starts before a rotator cuff strain ended his year. He underwent sports hernia surgery, with a six-to-eight week recovery window and hope for a normal off-season to reestablish him as the Rangers’ frontline ace for 2026. DeGrom contributed to a resurgent staff, giving Texas high-end upside if health cooperates.

The Rangers face a delicate balance: maximize 2026 upside from two true ace-level arms while managing durability and workload concerns. If both return close to peak form, Texas could again sport a top-tier rotation, but the health trajectory remains the central fantasy-League variable entering 2026.