The Texas Rangers are set to face off against the Detroit Tigers in their first game after the All-Star break, with a chance to get back to .500 for the season. However, the team will be missing one of its outfielders due to injury.
According to Rangers’ TV broadcaster Jared Sandler, another outfielder is being placed on the injured list after suffering an ankle injury, which is expected to keep him sidelined for more than 10 days. Infielder/outfielder will take his spot on the roster, making his major league debut.
“Sam Haggerty placed on the IL with an ankle injury that will likely take more than just the minimum 10 days for recovery, per Boch. INF/OF Cody Freeman, a RHH, will take his spot on the roster. When he plays, he will be making his MLB debut.”
It sounds like a bit of a transition for the Rangers, with Haggerty’s solid play being replaced, even temporarily, by Freeman. Haggerty’s numbers might not jump off the page, but a .250 average and solid defense at a depth position is valuable. It’s interesting that Freeman’s finally getting his shot after so much time in the minors. Hopefully, his potential makes an immediate impact for the Rangers.
The timing of the series against the Tigers is crucial, especially coming out of the All-Star break. With the AL West race so tight, every series counts. Do you think Freeman has what it takes to step up, or will it take him a little time to adjust?
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