Tyler Mahle, the Texas Rangers' starting pitcher, has been placed on the injured list due to shoulder fatigue, prompting concerns about his performance as he was enjoying the best season of his career with a 2.34 ERA. This decision comes after a string of poor outings, raising questions about potential regression in his performance metrics. In response, the Rangers have called up Kumar Rocker, who has struggled in his initial major league starts.

The Rangers, currently five games behind the Houston Astros in the AL West, face critical games against the Chicago White Sox, where Rocker will aim to stabilize the rotation. Mahle's absence could have significant fantasy implications, impacting both the Rangers' performance and the availability of reliable pitching options in upcoming matchups.