The Texas Rangers received encouraging updates this week involving both Nathan Eovaldi and Brandon Nimmo as the club continues navigating injuries during an important stretch of the season.
Eovaldi, who was scratched from his scheduled start earlier this week because of left side tightness, said he felt good after throwing a bullpen session on Wednesday. The veteran right-hander explained that the discomfort was minor and that the Rangers chose to act cautiously rather than risk worsening the issue.
Manager Skip Schumaker also sounded optimistic after watching Eovaldi’s bullpen work, noting that the pitcher came through the session without setbacks. According to reports, Eovaldi threw roughly 25 pitches at high intensity and is now hoping to make his next regular turn in the rotation this weekend.
That development is a major relief for Texas considering how important Eovaldi has been to the club’s pitching staff. The two-time All-Star has remained one of the Rangers’ most reliable starters and continues to anchor the rotation with his veteran presence and postseason experience.
The Rangers also avoided what could have been a more serious injury involving Brandon Nimmo. The outfielder exited Tuesday’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks after suffering a sprained left ankle while running to first base. However, X-rays came back negative, and the organization currently considers him day-to-day.
Before leaving the game, Nimmo had been one of Texas’ top offensive contributors, finishing 3-for-4 with a triple and a run scored. Since arriving in Texas, the veteran outfielder has quickly become an important piece of the lineup thanks to his consistent hitting and ability to get on base.
Schumaker described the situation involving both players as “another bullet dodged,” highlighting how fortunate the Rangers feel after initial concerns surrounding the injuries.
The positive updates come at a critical time for Texas, which has won three of its last four games and is trying to build momentum in the American League playoff race. The Rangers recently secured a 7-4 victory over Arizona despite losing Nimmo during the contest. (
If Eovaldi returns to the mound on schedule and Nimmo avoids an extended absence, the Rangers could emerge from the week in far better shape than initially feared. For a team with postseason aspirations, keeping both veterans healthy may prove crucial moving forward.
