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DeGrom Leaves Early With Triceps Fatigue, Next Start Uncertain

8/14/2026

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Summary

deGrom Exits Early

Jacob deGrom left his start against Los Angeles Angels after two innings due to right-triceps fatigue.
He allowed two runs on six hits, struck out three, had his first inning with five or more hits allowed since Sept. 5, 2017, and needs two more strikeouts to reach 2,000.
The Rangers placed starter Nathan Eovaldi on the 15-day injured list for elbow inflammation, and deGrom’s next start against the Washington Nationals is uncertain.

Summary

Rangers Chase .500

The Texas Rangers entered the game at 60-61, behind the Astros.
A win would lift Texas to .500 and one game of the Astros.
Manager Skip Schumaker said the club must finish trip with a winning record to avoid a losing streak.
Angels have won five of six meetings at Angel Stadium, holding a 6-3 advantage over Texas.
Texas entered the game 0-for-12 with runners in scoring position.

Summary

deGrom Blocks Trade

Jacob deGrom, 38, exercised his no-trade clause, stopping a trade to Atlanta.
The Braves and Rangers had a deal structure, requiring Texas to obtain deGrom’s approval before the deadline.
The Rangers DFA’d Jonah Bride and promoted Jarred Kelenic on August 13, creating a 40-man roster spot.
Bride’s August 9 call-up was intended for left-handed pitching, but a shift to right-handed starters led to his removal.

History

Historical Context

In 1976 MLB created the 15-day injured list (then called the disabled list), letting clubs replace injured players without cutting the 25-man active roster. That season the league recorded a then-record 1,200 placements, including the Chicago Cubs’ use for pitcher Rick Reuschel. The rule now lets the Texas Rangers put Nathan Eovaldi on the list while Jacob deGrom departs with triceps fatigue, continuing the roster-flexibility trend.

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deGrom Exits Early

Jacob deGrom left his start against Los Angeles Angels after two innings due to right-triceps fatigue.
He allowed two runs on six hits, struck out three, had his first inning with five or more hits allowed since Sept. 5, 2017, and needs two more strikeouts to reach 2,000.
The Rangers placed starter Nathan Eovaldi on the 15-day injured list for elbow inflammation, and deGrom’s next start against the Washington Nationals is uncertain.

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