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Corey Seager’s Back Trouble and First Live BP Return
7/27/2026, 8:29:15 AM
Core Event: Live Batting Practice Marks First Appearance Since Back Setback
- On July 1, the Texas Rangers shortstop took live batting practice in Arlington, Texas, and finished the session with a home run. He had been removed from a game in Toronto on June 30 after experiencing back discomfort and was slated to repeat live BP the following day pending a possible minor-league rehab assignment.
Background & Context: Recurrent Back Issues and Recent Concussion
- Seager first missed time in early June after a three-week absence for lower-back inflammation. He returned for two minor-league games, then spent an additional two weeks on the injured list following a concussion. After three games post-concussion, his back flared again, leading to the June 30 removal.
Official Statements & Responses
- He added the team will assess Seager’s condition after the July 1 session before deciding on a rehab stint.
Data & Statistics
- In 2024, Seager has appeared in 51 games, the fewest since joining the Rangers in 2022. He is hitting .182 with 10 home runs and 25 RBIs. During his first back injury he endured an 0-for-27 slump, the longest of his career.
Why It Matters
- The shortstop, a two-time World Series MVP, is on track for his poorest statistical season, limiting the Rangers’ offensive output. His health also influences the club’s plans for left-handed pitching depth as they await the return of left-handers Jordan Montgomery and Cody Bradford.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I would love to tell you yes, but backs are not what you want,” — Corey Seager
