Jacob deGrom’s start in Kansas City was skipped due to shoulder fatigue, with Rangers officials opting for rest and a quick examination that cleared him to keep throwing. He won’t land on the injured list and is expected to miss only one turn, returning to the rotation afterward. The decision, described as prudent, reflects Texas’s plan to manage a heavy workload after a historically limited innings pace since 2019, while maintaining upside for fantasy managers who rely on deGrom’s elite strikeout and ratio numbers.

Through 24 starts, deGrom has logged 140 1/3 innings, leading Texas’s staff and ranking 16th in the AL in innings pitched. The last stretch has included a 4.20 ERA over eight appearances and 10 homers allowed in 45 innings, bumping his season ERA from 2.08 to 2.76. The Rangers considered options to cover the respite, including bullpen relief or promoting Jacob Latz, with Patrick Corbin set to slot in if needed, preserving normal rest patterns for others. The overarching takeaway: workload management remains a priority for an elite yet battle-tested rotation this season.