Good morning, folks…
The Texas Rangers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates yesterday by a score of 3-2.
Kumar Rocker got his first major league road win, and Bruce Bochy says Rocker has “a different look about him” since returning to the majors.
Jake Burger went on the injured list with an oblique strain before yesterday’s game, and Ezequiel Duran is expected to get most of the starts at first base in Burger’s absence.
Justin Foscue was called up to take Burger’s spot on the active roster.
The Pirates and the Rangers have been on opposite ends up the spectrum so far this series in regards to their outfield defense.
Nathan Eovaldi had a successful bullpen session on Saturday and could be back in the major league rotation this week.
David Laurila has his Sunday Notes column up at Fangraphs, featuring a chat with former Rangers prospect Mason Englert.