Texas’ injury-riddled push continues to force Bochy to improvise. With Semien (foot), Carter (wrist), Seager (appendectomy) and García (quad) out, the Rangers rolled a patchwork lineup that still sought the right matchup against Houston. Dustin Harris cracked the heart of the order after a walk-off, while Josh Smith slid back to leadoff as the club mixed in three left-handed bats in the top six to counter Hunter Brown.

Saturday’s lineup differed from Friday’s largely due to handedness, underscoring a on-the-fly approach as attrition piles up. The club has leaned on players who began the season in the minors or elsewhere, yet remains in the thick of a postseason chase with the finish line in sight.

Corey Seager is in recovery after an appendectomy, with no clear return date yet. He remains hopeful to come back this season, but the Rangers’ playoff position could shape when he reenters the lineup. He studied a wide range of recovery timelines, finding nothing definitive and choosing not to rush the process. His absence would leave a big hole in Texas’ order as they push for a postseason run.

Texas’ update also ties to Adolis García’s setback and hints at Jon Gray’s uncertain future with the club, underscoring a pivotal stretch against Houston. Fantasy managers should track Seager’s progress closely, as his return could swing lineup stability and run production for the Rangers in a critical late-season period.