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Jacob deGrom Skips Final Pre-All-Star Start, Recovery Unclear

7/11/2026

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Jacob deGrom, 48-year-old two-time Cy Young winner, will sit out his final pre-All-Star start because of a mild left glute strain.
The Texas Rangers will clarify his recovery timeline after additional medical tests.
He pitched five innings against the Angels on Tuesday before the strain limited him.
Manager Skip Schumaker said the All-Star break gives deGrom a timely chance to recover without going on the injured list.

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Jacob deGrom, 48-year-old two-time Cy Young winner, will sit out his final pre-All-Star start because of a mild left glute strain.
The Texas Rangers will clarify his recovery timeline after additional medical tests.
He pitched five innings against the Angels on Tuesday before the strain limited him.
Manager Skip Schumaker said the All-Star break gives deGrom a timely chance to recover without going on the injured list.