Adolis García’s live batting-practice session in an indoor cage signals a strong chance he returns soon, with Bochy noting he could play the outfield immediately upon activation and a Sunday or Houston series window in play. The Rangers also map Mahle’s return from Triple-A, Semien’s gradual ramp after foot surgery, and Eovaldi’s shoulder-imaging with postseason aims in sight, plus rehab stints for Haggerty and Coulombe. Fantasy managers should track activation timelines and lineup shuffles.

With García looming back, the Rangers’ offense could regain balance and run production as Mahle, Semien, and Eovaldi rejoin the mix. Haggerty and Coulombe are nearing returns, adding depth to a bullpen and bench scenario that could influence daily fantasy and streaming decisions late in the season.

García returns from a left ankle sprain and is slated to be in Saturday's lineup vs. Cleveland, boosting Texas's thin outfield. Evan Carter (season-ending wrist fracture) and Sam Haggerty (ankle inflammation) join him on the IL, leaving the Rangers with less depth. García owns 16 homers and a .224/.266/.388 line this season, and his timing recovery after live BP could lift Texas's order and fantasy upside in the short term.

The Dallas Morning News presents a fresh podcast that blends history and current insights about the Texas Rangers. Hosted by veteran beat writer Evan Grant and team historian John Blake, the show promises to delve into the team's past while keeping an eye on its present as they make a push for playoff contention.

Recent episodes have highlighted the Rangers' impressive 8-1 homestand and examined the keys to their offensive success, including a focus on reducing chase rates and utilizing players like Sam Haggerty. Former GM Jon Daniels joins the discussion, offering his perspective on past trade deadlines. Fans can also participate in the Rangers Madness tournament, voting for memorable moments and earning a chance at memorabilia.

The Texas Rangers' disappointing outing against the Los Angeles Angels left fans bewildered as the team displayed sloppiness in fielding, baserunning, and pitching, culminating in an 8-5 loss. This game exemplified the Rangers' struggles against left-handed pitching, now with a poor 2-11 record on the road against lefties. Despite showing promise, the Rangers' mistakes were magnified, with key errors and missed opportunities costing them crucial runs.

Manager Bruce Bochy acknowledged the team's underwhelming performance, admitting to leaving pitchers in too long and noting that even their strengths fell victim to a series of unfortunate events. As the club approaches the trade deadline, the need for reinforcements, especially in the bullpen, has become pressing. With only 54 games remaining, the Rangers must rectify their play if they hope to remain competitive in the AL West.

The Texas Rangers are beginning to shift the narrative surrounding their struggles against left-handed pitchers, winning three of four games recently against them, including an 8-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves. Sam Haggerty, returning after a stint on the injured list, sparked the offense with a two-hit performance, enhancing the lineup's effectiveness against southpaws. His presence is pivotal as the Rangers have faced a barrage of lefties in recent games, with mixed success leading to a 9-17 record against left-handed starters this season, ranking them near the bottom in multiple offensive categories against lefties.

Despite the recent success, the team's right-handed hitters have struggled significantly, with several underperforming well below their career averages, complicating manager Bruce Bochy's lineup decisions. Nathan Eovaldi's stellar start lowered his ERA to a remarkable 1.50 as the Rangers look to stay competitive in the wild card race.